at Department of Corrections in Ina, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Overview
The Correctional Lieutenant position serves as a supervisor 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 manage issues and concerns of staff and individuals in custody to facilitate effective operations of the facility. We encourage all staff that meet the minimum requirements to apply for the Correctional Lieutenant position.
Essential Functions- Supervises staff.
- Makes daily inspections of all buildings and housing units in his/her assigned area or zone.
- Arbitrates individual in custody disputes.
- Establishes and maintains complete training records on all security personnel.
- Complies with key and lock control and tool control procedures in assigned area or zone by reporting broken, lost, or malfunctioning keys, tools and equipment.
- Prepares, submits and reviews a variety of reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitors compliance with all administrative directives and institutional directions when operating a vehicle to transport individuals in custody on writs, furloughs and transfers.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- 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 two (2) years of experience as a Correctional Officer in a penal or security institution.
- Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class.
- Prefers two (2) years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant in a penal or security institution.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Prefers experience using Microsoft Outlook, Disciplinary Tracking or similar software.
- Prefers knowledge with Roster Management and Overtime Equalization in the event they are required to run shift.
- 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. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
- 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.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
