Operations Specialist

Job Requisition ID: 55714 
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 05/12/2026
Agency:Illinois Prisoner Review Board
Class Title: EXECUTIVE I - 13851 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,928 - 7,928 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Supervisory (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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Position Overview:

The Illinois Prisoner Review Board is seeking to hire a motivated, self-starting Operations Specialist for the Operations Unit. The Operations Specialist is directly under the Assistant Director of Operations and will oversee and maintain various programs assigned to the Unit. This position will oversee a staff of clerical and paraprofessionals. This is a dynamic position in nature and requires the ability to adapt quickly to changes as directed by Senior Management. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with verbal and written communication; with the ability to provide step-by-step instructions to their team and will be able to work well with the public, staff, and Senior Management. We invite those interested in public safety to apply. 

 

The Prisoner Review Board offers a robust benefit package including: 

• Monday-Friday schedule 

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance 

• Paid Parental leave 

• Pension Plan 

• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs 

• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually 

• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service) 

• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date) 

• (13-14) paid state holidays annually 

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process. 

 

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

• Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Operations, organizes, plans, directs, implements, controls and evaluates the activities of the Operations unit. 
  Serves as full-line supervisor. 

• Gathers data related to hearings and outcomes, and prepares monthly reports required by statutes, agency policies and procedures, or at the request of PRB leadership. 
• Serves as a liaison with the Department of Corrections, including records office supervisors of the various correctional facilities as well as Illinois Department of Justice to answer questions, resolve issues, and ensure open communication and information workflows are optimized. 

• Travels statewide and attends executive level meetings, offering recommendations for consideration on staffing and equipment with regards to unit operation and needs. 

• Performs other dut