Agency : Department of Corrections

Closing Date / Time : 06 / 12 / 2024 11 : 59 p.m.

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7 / 1 / 24) $6,619 a month; Full Range $6,619 - $9,703 a month.

Job Type : Salaried

County : Livingston

Number of Vacancies : 1

Plan / BU : RC062

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.

State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

While not required, a Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, title that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.

Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and / or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility.

Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Posting Identification Number 38342

Position Overview

IDOC is seeking a highly motivated professional to oversee the one of our facilities’ Records Office. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills.

Additionally, the person selected for the position should be able to work with interdepartmental staff and with other governmental and law enforcement agencies to carry out recordkeeping and legal duties.

If interested in this opportunity, please apply according to the instructions listed on the job posting. We invite all qualified applicants to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the facility's Records Office.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Monitors and directs the evaluation of Individual in Custody records relating to the lawful commitment and release of Individuals in custody assigned to the supervision of the Department through a review of legal records and court sentence.
• Processes correspondence regarding Individuals in Custody received from courts and law authorities.
• Serves as a liaison between the facility, Judges, State's Attorneys, Corrections legal staff, Attorney General's Office and Information Services.
• Maintains statistical data reference system for administration planning and information reports.
• Conducts call lines for Individuals in Custody.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Specialized Skills

Of the two (2) years of experience required above, requires those two (2) years of experience in computing sentences, applying statutes related to sentencing guidelines and enforcing appellate court mandates that affect calculation of awarded time to Individuals in Custody.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience interpreting Illinois Compiled Statutes as it pertains to sentencing structure.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience working with and answering questions from individuals in custody or similar like population regarding their sentence calculation.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience preparing affidavits for use in courts regarding lawsuits.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience gathering and interpreting legal documents, including warrants, received from various courts and assist in responding to lawsuits.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience maintaining and reporting statistical data for administration planning and information reports.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience developing new and revising current methods and procedures in a record office to ensure the workflow process is more efficient.

Conditions of Employment

• Required to obtain a Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) certification within the probationary period (or within the first 4 months, if already certified in the title) of being placed into the position and maintain a current, valid certification while in the position.
• Requires ability to pass the IDOC / IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held, is prohibited.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and / or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success.

IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.

Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.

The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.

Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation;

state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.

The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes :

• Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity / paternity leave
• Pension Plan vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
• Employee Assistance Program and / or mental health resources
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link : https : / / www2.illinois.gov / cms / benefits / Pages / default.aspx

Work Hours : 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. Monday - Friday; Sat / Sun off

Work Location : Pontiac Correctional Center 700 W Lincoln St, Pontiac, Illinois, 61764

Agency Contact :

Nicholas D. Dragisic, Human Resources Representative

Email : Nicholas.Dragisic@illinois.gov

Posting Group : Leadership & Management; Public Safety

This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).

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Last updated : 2024-05-30