Union PositionThis position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.Application InstructionsAll applicants who want to be considered for this position must apply electronically through the Illinois Department of Corrections Website: Become a Correctional Officer. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.The Correctional Officer Trainee position, for a period not to exceed three months, will receive formalized and on-the-job training in security and custodial duties for IDOC. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to be physically fit at the level required at screening prior to arrival at the Training Academy. Upon successful completion of Pre-service Security Training, IDOC cadets will participate in a formal ceremony at the academy and receive certificates, badges and are sworn to the Oath of Office.Work LocationsBig Muddy River - Jefferson CountyCentralia - Clinton CountyDanville - Vermillion CountyDecatur - Macon CountyDixon - Lee CountyEast Moline - Rock Island CountyGraham - Montgomery CountyHill - Knox CountyIllinois River - Fulton CountyJacksonville - Morgan CountyKewanee - Henry CountyLawrence - Lawrence CountyLincoln - Logan CountyLogan - Logan CountyMenard - Randolph CountyPinckneyville - Perry CountyPontiac - Livingston CountyRobinson - Crawford CountyShawnee - Johnson CountySheridan - LaSalle CountySouthwestern IL - St Clair CountyStateville - Will CountyTaylorville - Christian CountyVandalia - Fayette CountyVienna - Johnson CountyWestern - Brown CountyEssential FunctionsReceives eight weeks of formalized pre‑service security training at the Illinois Corrections Training Academy including firearms training due to requirements mandating qualification.Receives on‑the‑job training under immediate supervision of a qualified correctional employee.Assigned each work week to another correctional employee to assist in running lines, yard, dining room, housing units, facility buildings, writs, observing individuals in custody, perimeter patrol, armory, counting, shakedowns, movement, etc.Travels by using a state‑issued vehicle to complete assignments.Receives one week orientation at facility.Given formal training in housing unit work, report writing, out‑count work, yard work, running lines, individuals in custody at this institution and their assignments, chain‑of‑command, security buildings, disciplinary procedures, and any other training deemed necessary.Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.Requires elementary knowledge of resident behavior problems.Conditions of EmploymentRequires completion of a pre‑service security training course during trainee period.Requires successful completion of a firearms training course and learn the proper use of firearms during trainee period.Requires a valid appropriate driver's license and the ability to travel statewide.Must be eligible under federal and state law to acquire and possess a firearm and must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card.Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.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.Work Hours7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.; shift and days off will vary.Contact InformationHeadquarter Location: 1096 1350Th St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656Work County: LoganAgency Contact: Mitzi MintonEmail: Mitzi.Minton@illinois.govPosting Group: Public SafetyThis Position Does Not Contain 'Specialized Skills'This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Union PositionThis position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.Application InstructionsAll applicants who want to be considered for this position must apply electronically through the Illinois Department of Corrections Website: Become a Correctional Officer. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.The Correctional Officer Trainee position, for a period not to exceed three months, will receive formalized and on-the-job training in security and custodial duties for IDOC. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to be physically fit at the level required at screening prior to arrival at the Training Academy. Upon successful completion of Pre-service Security Training, IDOC cadets will participate in a formal ceremony at the academy and receive certificates, badges and are sworn to the Oath of Office.Work LocationsBig Muddy River - Jefferson CountyCentralia - Clinton CountyDanville - Vermillion CountyDecatur - Macon CountyDixon - Lee CountyEast Moline - Rock Island CountyGraham - Montgomery CountyHill - Knox CountyIllinois River - Fulton CountyJacksonville - Morgan CountyKewanee - Henry CountyLawrence - Lawrence CountyLincoln - Logan CountyLogan - Logan CountyMenard - Randolph CountyPinckneyville - Perry CountyPontiac - Livingston CountyRobinson - Crawford CountyShawnee - Johnson CountySheridan - LaSalle CountySouthwestern IL - St Clair CountyStateville - Will CountyTaylorville - Christian CountyVandalia - Fayette CountyVienna - Johnson CountyWestern - Brown CountyEssential FunctionsReceives eight weeks of formalized pre‑service security training at the Illinois Corrections Training Academy including firearms training due to requirements mandating qualification.Receives on‑the‑job training under immediate supervision of a qualified correctional employee.Assigned each work week to another correctional employee to assist in running lines, yard, dining room, housing units, facility buildings, writs, observing individuals in custody, perimeter patrol, armory, counting, shakedowns, movement, etc.Travels by using a state‑issued vehicle to complete assignments.Receives one week orientation at facility.Given formal training in housing unit work, report writing, out‑count work, yard work, running lines, individuals in custody at this institution and their assignments, chain‑of‑command, security buildings, disciplinary procedures, and any other training deemed necessary.Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.Requires elementary knowledge of resident behavior problems.Conditions of EmploymentRequires completion of a pre‑service security training course during trainee period.Requires successful completion of a firearms training course and learn the proper use of firearms during trainee period.Requires a valid appropriate driver's license and the ability to travel statewide.Must be eligible under federal and state law to acquire and possess a firearm and must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card.Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.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.Work Hours7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.; shift and days off will vary.Contact InformationHeadquarter Location: 1096 1350Th St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656Work County: LoganAgency Contact: Mitzi MintonEmail: Mitzi.Minton@illinois.govPosting Group: Public SafetyThis Position Does Not Contain 'Specialized Skills'This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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