Illinois Federation of Teachers
500 Oakmont Lane
Westmont, Illinois 60559

Full-Time Professional Support Staff
Northern Region

Assigned to IFT Crest Hill Office, IL

 

The IFT seeks a Full-Time Professional Support Staff vacancy in the Northern Region to be initially assigned to the Crest Hill Office effective on or after July 1, 2026. 

To Apply:
Application is made by sending a letter and current résumé to the attention of Nicholas Christen by e-mail to nchristen@ift-aft.org no later than Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

1. Interviewees will be selected from the application letters with current résumés received by the deadline date; 
2. Interviews will be conducted in the Crest Hill Office;
3. Employment will begin as per a mutual agreement between the successful applicant and the IFT;
4. This is a bargaining unit position. Salary and benefits as per experience and the contract between the IFT and IOU/CNG. Budgeted salary for this position is 52,428, and the position includes employer paid family healthcare and generous 401k contribution. 

Illinois Federation of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Any questions regarding the vacant position may be directed to the attention of Nicholas Christen by telephone at 630/468-4055 or e-mail at nchristen@ift-aft.org. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Applicant must be able to work with diverse groups of people and demonstrate a positive attitude.
2. Applicant must be able to handle multiple tasks/projects.
3. Applicant must be able to work with minimal supervision.
4. Applicant must demonstrate superior general clerical and secretarial skills.
5. Applicant must demonstrate knowledge and ability to use word processing, database and spreadsheet programs.
6. Applicant must be able to work independently and effectively
7. Applicant must demonstrate superior computer skills and software knowledge.

MAIN FUNCTIONS

1. Coordinate and organize work as directed by assigned professional staff.
2. Coordinate assigned activities and duties.
3. Maintain files and records of assigned activities and duties.
4. Communicate regularly to assigned professional staff.
5. Communicate with co-workers and others as assigned.
6. Report directly to assigned professional staff.
7. Follow directives of the president and executive assistant and other administrators.