• Record Retention Specialist

    Chicago Transit Authority (Chicago, IL)


    Record Retention Specialist - ( 2500008V )

    Description

    SALARY

    $ 63,694.77920

    POSITION SUMMARY

    Under general supervision, provides administrative support to Training and Instruction Department for both Rail and Bus Instruction. Individual must be able to multitask and maintain a professional approach while performing high volume assignments.

    Qualifications

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

    * Performs a variety of tasks requiring specialized knowledge related to area of assignment: Employee Records

    o Performs employee records-maintenance, creates new employee files, processes and files employee records, and responds to employee record requests.

    o Physical filing for records and scanning paper files to electronic images. Prepares and ships files to off-site storage facility according to filing and storage standards.

    * Performs a variety of general office support duties including, but not limited to making copies, data entry, and database maintenance.

    * Maintains department documents, reports, and systems as assigned.

    o Updates department records to ensure accurate information is maintained.

    o Prepares and processes documents and reports relating to department personnel and distributes copies as needed. Assists in maintaining various computer systems.

    * Provides customer service both in-person and by telephone to internal and external parties.

    o Screens and directs telephone calls for assigned division; gathers and relays messages for staff. Responds to various requests for information on behalf of division.

    * Performs related duties as assigned.

    MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

    Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

    Job Title

    * None

    CHALLENGES

    * Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with various levels of Authority and outside contacts.

    * Handling information with strict confidentiality and discretion.

    * Balancing and prioritizing projects with competing levels of importance.

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    * Preferred Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience in Administrative Duties or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    * Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.

    * Ability to move up to 25 pounds.

    * Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    * Ability to meet time restrictions and deadlines as outlined by Authority.

    * Ability to handle information with strict confidentiality and discretion.

    * Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels of the organization.

    * Ability to represent the office with the highest level of professionalism.

    * Detailed knowledge of office and administrative policies and procedures.

    * Good organizational and attention to detail skills.

    * Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    * General office environment.

    EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

    * Standard office equipment.

    * Personal computer and related software (Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel).

    **Additional Details:** Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

     

    Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

     

    Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

    CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

     

    During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

     

    Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.

     

    https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/

     

    **Primary Location** : USA-Illinois-Chicago

    **Job** : Training and Instruction

    **Job Posting** : Dec 19, 2025, 12:00:00 AM

    **Position Type:** : Full-time Permanent (FTP)

    **Req ID:** 2500008V