DOC Centralia CC Assistant Warden of Programs
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced, results-driven leader to serve as Assistant Warden of Programs at Centralia Correctional Center. This leadership role oversees institutional programs and services, supports staff development, and advances the department’s mission of promoting positive change, successful reentry, and public safety. The position is based at 9330 Shattuc Rd, Centralia, Illinois, and is fully in office. Regular hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with various administrative office hours on evenings and weekends. The role requires travel, overtime, on-call availability, and use of agency-supplied technology. The Assistant Warden provides input on institutional rules, policies, and procedures and assumes direct responsibility for programs and services including Clinical Services, the Record Office, Medical Services, Chaplaincy, Leisure Time, Industries, and Education. The role also includes supervising staff, conducting inspections, counseling individuals in custody, participating in employee review and disciplinary processes, and representing institutional programs at meetings and events.
Requirements
- Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college; coursework in law enforcement, criminology, penology, or a related field is preferred.
- Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a law enforcement public or private organization, a correctional facility, or a related field.
- Ability to travel for work, including overnight stays as appropriate.
- Appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Possession of a Firearm Ownership Identification card and ability to qualify with firearms within twelve months of the start date and annually thereafter.
- Ability to work overtime and duty administrative office hours and to be on-call.
- Ability to use agency-supplied technology and digital tools, platforms, and processes.
- Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check and a drug screen.
- Compliance with employer vaccine or other medical standards.
- Required to file annual and supplemental Statements of Economic Interest; applicable revolving-door restrictions also apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide input into the development, establishment, and implementation of institutional rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures to ensure proper daily operation.
- Plan, organize, and assume direct responsibility for Clinical Services, the Record Office, Medical Services, Chaplaincy, Leisure Time, Industries, and Education.
- Conduct interviews and counsel individuals in custody.
- Serve as a full line supervisor.
- Conduct routine daily inspection tours of the institution for security, safety, and sanitation.
- Serve on committees and as an Employee Review Board Officer; attend employee hearings and recommend disciplinary action for rule violations.
- Travel to management meetings and trainings and speak to lay and professional groups about institutional programs.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position as required or assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension plan
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays
- Paid personal business days
- Paid sick days
- Paid vacation time
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Tuition reimbursement
- Extensive training and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
