Position Overview

The Correctional Sergeant position serves as a lead worker in IDOC facilities and is a vital position for the custody, control, and safety of all IDOC facilities. The ideal candidate should be able to exhibit leadership skills and the ability to manage concerns and issues related to the supervision of individuals in custody while maintaining order in the facility. We encourage all staff that meet the minimum requirements to apply for the Correctional Sergeants position.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs inspections.
• Monitors individual in custody movement.
• Verifies Correctional Officers are assigned to and relieved for meals.
• Monitors individuals in custody who are suicide risks, inmates who are ill and individuals in custody who are confined to their rooms.
• Assists in orientation/training of new officers providing ongoing training and practical advice to subordinates in proper job performance.
• Investigates and prepares special reports on unusual incidents, destruction of property etc.
• Operates vehicle to transport individuals in custody to and from court appearances, transfers to other correctional facilities.
• Serves as a designated lead worker.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school, and completion of an approved Correctional Officer training program.
• Requires one year of experience as a Correctional Officer in a penal or security institution.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Prefers three (3) years of experience as a Correctional Officer in a penal or security institution.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Prefers experience using Microsoft Outlook, O360, or similar software.
• Prefers experience of one (1) ninety (90) day temporary assignment as a Correctional Sergeant.
• Prefers experience working in the following assignments: Armory, Restrictive housing, Sallyport, Medical unit and Main gate.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the physical ability to perform duties assigned.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to carry a firearm.
• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, 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 service 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.