DOC Pontiac Security - Correctional Officer Trainee

DOC Pontiac Security - Correctional Officer TraineeWe continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. 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.Sponsorship for EmploymentThe State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). 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, 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.Location: Pontiac, IL, US, 61764Job Requisition ID: 36535Agency: Department of Corrections - Pontiac Correctional CenterClosing Date/Time: 12/31/2024Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,169 month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $4,169 - $5,853/month.Job Type: SalariedCounty: LivingstonNumber of Vacancies: 100Plan/BU: RC006This 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 Department of Corrections Website: Become a Correctional OfficerApplications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Posting Identification Number: 36535The 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.Job ResponsibilitiesReceives eight weeks of formalized pre-service security training at the Illinois Corrections Training Academy including firearms training.Receives on-the-job training under immediate supervision of a qualified correctional employee.Assigned each work week to another correctional employee to assist in various duties.Travels using a state-issued vehicle to complete assignments.Receives one week orientation at the facility.Given formal training in housing unit work, report writing, and other necessary training.Performs other duties as required or assigned.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.Requires a valid appropriate driver's license and the ability to travel statewide.Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.Requires ability to pass a drug screen.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.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.Work Location: 700 W Lincoln St, Pontiac, Illinois, 61764Agency Contact:Posting Group: Public SafetyThis position [DOES NOT] contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-12-11