DOC Centralia Correctional Center Warden

Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Law Enforcement/Correctional 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 01/24/2025
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications (Range: $101,832-$176,016)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

 

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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

 

 

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.
 

This position is to serve as the Warden (Senior Public Service Administrator Option 7) for the IL Department of Corrections at Centralia Correctional Center.

 

Step into leadership at Centralia Correctional Center as our Warden, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of correctional management. In this dynamic position, you'll have the opportunity to formulate and implement crucial rules, regulations, and policies governing both employees and individuals in custody. Your strategic direction will be instrumental in planning and directing the overall operations, programs, and activities of the facility, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness at every turn. As a leader, you'll oversee pivotal employees, applying preventive security measures and directing program evaluations to maintain a secure and well-run institution. Additionally, you'll play a key role in managing the facility budget with fiscal responsibility, ensuring resources are allocated wisely to uphold safety standards and guarantee the trust funds of individuals in custody. Join us in our commitment to excellence and dedication to rehabilitation. If you're ready to lead with integrity, compassion, and efficiency in the correctional system, apply now to become a part of our team at Centralia Correctional Center.

Essential Functions

• Formulates and implements rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures governing employees 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 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.
• 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 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 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.