Secretary

Job Announcement: SECRETARY – FULLTIME (M-F, 8:30am – 4:30pm)

Minimum Pay: $19.43 hour (non-exempt)

Approved Work Time: 70 hours/pay period

Close date: Until Filled. Priority Given to Applications Received Prior to 4pm on July 18, 2025

Duties for this position include but are not limited to data entry, record keeping, report writing, computer scanning, telephone operation, message communication; interaction with court services’ personnel, probation clientele and family members, the general public as well as criminal justice and other courthouse personnel.

Abilities needed include strong organizational skills, proficient typing skills, adequate computer knowledge, developing competency of the criminal justice system, willingness to learn new skills. 

Qualities being sought are professionalism, integrity, dependability, confidentiality, and ability to work well with others.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or G.E.D.; clerical experience preferred. 

Compensation: Minimum of $19.43/hour; plus benefits.

Probationary period: Six months 

Those interested must submit a cover letter, resume and Whiteside County application (which is attached to this job announcement). All three items must be submitted to the address below (Priority given to applications received prior to July 18, 2025 @ 4pm)

Submit Applications to:

Joyce Barsema

Office Manager

Whiteside County Court Services

200 E. Knox Street

Morrison, IL 61270

815-772-5119

Additional inquiries about the position can be directed to Joyce Barsema at the phone number above.