DOC Lincoln CC Correctional Officer Trainee

Summary

DOC Lincoln CC Correctional Officer TraineeWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. Bilingual skills welcome.Reasonable Accommodation StatementThe State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents > Additional Documents section for each application.Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.Sponsorship for EmploymentThe State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Disclosure of Salary InformationIn compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .Essential 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 the 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 Hours: 7:00 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.Headquarter Location: 1098 1350 Th St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656.Work County: Logan.Agency Contact: Mitzi Minton.Email: Mitzi.Minton@illinois.gov.Posting Group: Public Safety.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.BenefitsHealth, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance.12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II.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 year to year).10–25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment).Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (as applicable).Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

DOC Lincoln CC Correctional Officer TraineeWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. Bilingual skills welcome.Reasonable Accommodation StatementThe State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents > Additional Documents section for each application.Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.Sponsorship for EmploymentThe State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Disclosure of Salary InformationIn compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .Essential 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 the 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 Hours: 7:00 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.Headquarter Location: 1098 1350 Th St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656.Work County: Logan.Agency Contact: Mitzi Minton.Email: Mitzi.Minton@illinois.gov.Posting Group: Public Safety.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.BenefitsHealth, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance.12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II.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 year to year).10–25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment).Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (as applicable).Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources.#J-18808-Ljbffr