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Personnel Assistant II
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What they do
An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
$42,240 / year median in Illinois
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Position Summary The Personnel Assistant II (Identity Credentialing Specialist) provides professional customer service and administrative support in a secure credentialing environment. This position verifies customer identity, processes credential applications and updates, maintains electronic records, and ensures compliance with established organizational policies, security requirements, and operating procedures. The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service while safeguarding sensitive information. Responsibilities Provide courteous, professional, and timely customer service to individuals requesting identity credentialing and related administrative services. Verify customer identity and eligibility using authorized credentialing and enrollment systems. Process new credential requests, renewals, replacements, updates, and related administrative transactions. Review applications and support documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures. Enter, update, and maintain electronic records with a high degree of accuracy. Assist customers with application requirements, documentation, and eligibility questions. Process credential maintenance transactions, including password resets, certificate updates, and account maintenance, as authorized. Operate credential production equipment, scanners, cameras, printers, computers, and other office equipment. Perform basic user-level maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment. Protect sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable privacy and security requirements. Maintain accountability of controlled materials, supplies, and equipment. Respond to customer inquiries by telephone, email, and in person in a professional and courteous manner. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum one (1) year of experience in customer service, administrative support, records management, human resources, office administration, or a related field. Experience using computerized information systems for data entry and record maintenance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Must be able to successfully complete all required background screening and maintain eligibility for access to secure systems and facilities. Desired Qualifications Experience in identity management, credentialing, records administration, or document verification. Experience working in a highly regulated or security-focused environment. Experience providing face-to-face customer support in a high-volume office. Experience using enterprise database applications. TtV9Wrj3Yq