DOC Shawnee Correctional Center Assistant Warden of Operations

State of Illinois•Vienna, IL

6d•$110,088 - $190,296•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a strong, experienced leader to serve as Assistant Warden of Operations at Shawnee Correctional Center. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily operational functions, ensuring safety and security, and supporting effective institutional management. The position offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence policy and operations, and contribute directly to public safety and organizational excellence within a mission-driven agency committed to professionalism, accountability, and inclusive leadership.

Requirements

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.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Requires possession of a Firearm Ownership Identification Card.
Requires 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 be on-call.
Requires the use of agency-supplied technology.
Requires the ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires the 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.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and or other medical standards set out by the employer.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job.

Responsibilities

As Assistant Warden, 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 functions 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, sanitation, and security inspection tours throughout the institution.
Serves as Chair of the Adjustment Committee, including making decisions on disciplinary problems, including 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's programs.
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources