DOC Illinois River CC Warden

Job Requisition ID: 54670 
Opening Date: 03/30/2026
Closing Date: 04/06/2026
Agency:Department of Corrections
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) 
Skill Option: Law Enforcement/Correctional 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications (Range $110,088-$190,296)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Jefferson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)

A resume is required to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

 

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to serve as Warden at Illinois River Correctional Center. In this high-impact role, you will oversee facility operations, drive policy and program excellence, and lead a dedicated team committed to public safety and successful rehabilitation. With a competitive salary, exceptional state benefits, and the opportunity to shape outcomes that matter, this is your chance to advance your leadership career while 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

• Formulates and implements rules, regulations, directives, policies and procedures governing employee and individuals in custody.
• Directs and evaluates program responsibility.
• Plans and directs facility budget.
• Consults with court officials, law enforcement personnel and other agencies regarding care and custody of individuals in custody.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Completes inspections of overall physical plant, equipment and grounds for safety, security, sanitation, efficiency, maintenance and to ensure operational effectiveness of facility.
• Travels to speak before civic groups and organizations to discuss programs of the facility and Department of Corrections (DOC).
• 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 law enforcement public or private 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 and the ability to qualify with firearms within twelve months of start date, and annually thereafter in accordance with agency directive and state or federal laws.
• Requires the ability to work overtime and duty administrative office hours.
• Requires the ability to be on-call.
• Requires the 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.
• 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 f