DOC Centralia CC Assistant Warden of Operations

Job Requisition ID: 49405 
Closing Date: 09/10/2025
​Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Law Enforcement/Correctional 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Dependent up qualifications (Range $110,088- $190,296)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)

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Join the leadership team at Centralia Correctional Center as the Assistant Warden of Operations! The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced, dynamic leader to oversee critical operational functions, including security, facility operations, and staff management. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to shape institutional practices, promote safety, and contribute to meaningful change in corrections while enjoying competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and a rewarding career serving the people of Illinois.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Provides input into the development, establishment, and implementation of institutional rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures of the institution to ensure proper operation of the daily functions. 
• Plans, organizes, and directs the overall Operations function and their managers, including security, physical plant operations, dietary services, individuals in custody discipline, and other miscellaneous logistical support services.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Conducts routine and unscheduled safety, health and sanitation, and security inspection tours throughout the institution.
• Serves as Chair of the Adjustment Committee, including making decisions on disciplinary problems involving infractions of institutional rules by individuals in custody.
• Travels to various locations to attend management meetings, trainings, and to speak to lay and professional groups regarding the institution programs.
• 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 college, preferably with courses in law enforcement, criminology, penology, or a related field.
• Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public law enforcement organization, a private law enforcement organization, a correctional facility, or related field.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires possession of a Firearm Ownership Identification Card.
• Requires ability to qualify with firearms within twelve (12) months of start date, and annually thereafter in accordance with agency directive and state or federal laws.
• Requires the ability to be on-call.
• Requires use of agency-supplied technology.
• 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 digi