Administrative Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Administrative Assistant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Advocate Aurora Health, Chicago Public Schools, and Rush University Medical Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles882+
Top employerAdvocate Aurora Health
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring153
Work type97% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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AbbVie
Administrative Assistant
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AbbVie
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Administrative Assistant
AbbVie
Mettawa, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
$23 - $43/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Aldridge Electric
Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Aldridge Electric
Libertyville, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
$65k - $80k/yr
On-Site
High School

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ZS Associates
Administrative Assistant
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ZS Associates
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Administrative Assistant
ZS Associates
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Hybrid
High School
10,000+

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Loyola University Chicago
Executive Administrative Assistant
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Loyola University Chicago
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Executive Administrative Assistant
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
$27 - $35/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Healthcare Plus
Administrative Assistant
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Healthcare Plus
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Administrative Assistant
Healthcare Plus
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Human Resources
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Administrative Assistant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
307 jobs
Peoria
31 jobs
Springfield
24 jobs
Park Ridge
23 jobs
Kankakee
19 jobs
Lake Forest
17 jobs
Libertyville
17 jobs
Downers Grove
16 jobs
Aurora
15 jobs

Administrative Assistant Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health120
  • Chicago Public Schools
    Chicago Public Schools78
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center64
  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare60
  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine46

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services601
  • Education194
  • Consulting & Professional Services14
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals11
  • Technology & Software11

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in administrative assistant jobs across Illinois.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external correspondence
  • Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
  • Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent administrative work experience
  • Familiarity with office management software such as Concur, Salesforce, or Google Workspace

Administrative Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many administrative assistant jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 882+ administrative assistant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do administrative assistants make in Illinois?

Administrative assistants in Illinois earn a median of about $74,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,750 for the lowest 10% to over $104,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most administrative assistant jobs?

Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield have the most administrative assistant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire administrative assistants in Illinois?

Employers hiring administrative assistants in Illinois include Advocate Aurora Health, Chicago Public Schools, and Rush University Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote administrative assistant jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 3% of administrative assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for administrative assistant jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to administrative assistant jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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