DOC Lawrence CC Corrections ID Technician - UMP

State of Illinois•Sumner, IL

8d•$5,607 - $7,953•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Corrections Identification Supervisor, the Corrections Identification Technician conducts fingerprint and photographic identification programs at a corrections facility for employees and individuals in custody. The position maintains cross-reference files for people committed to or processed by the facility, as well as assigned photographic and fingerprint equipment. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to enforce and maintain safety, sanitary, security, and custodial measures. The position is based at Lawrence Correctional Center in Sumner, Illinois, and is fully in office. The stated schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday off. This is a full-time, salaried, union position and is included in the Upward Mobility Program. The anticipated starting salary is $5,607 per month, with a full salary range of $5,607 to $7,953 per month. The position requires completion of an approved guard training course within six months of employment, passing an IDOC/IDJJ background check and drug screen, and compliance with employer vaccine and other medical standards. Employees must also use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in support of departmental operations and digital transformation.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
Complete an approved course in guard training within six months of employment.
Pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Pass a drug screen; unauthorized drug use is prohibited.
Abide by employer vaccine and other medical standards.
Utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting departmental digital enhancements.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience applying modern methods and procedures used in fingerprint classification and identification work.
At least six months of experience working in a correctional setting.
At least six months of experience utilizing photographic techniques.
At least six months of experience recording and classifying legible fingerprint impressions.
At least six months of experience accurately comparing fingerprints and identification data.

Responsibilities

Enter information into applications such as Livescan, Photo ID, and O360.
Capture and compare fingerprints of individuals in custody and employees.
Maintain fingerprint and photographic files for institutional use.
Work with Field Service Representatives, the Illinois State Police, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and other outside agencies to provide fingerprints, photographs, and notification of an offender's release.
Maintain assigned photographic and fingerprint equipment.
Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the position.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
12 weeks of paid maternity and paternity leave.
Pension plan, with Tier II vesting at 10 years.
Full 20-year retirement awards with free health insurance during retirement.
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs.
13–14 paid state holidays annually.
Three paid personal business days annually.
12 paid sick days annually, with unused sick days carrying over.
10–25 paid vacation days annually, with 10 days beginning at year one of employment.
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources.
Extensive training and career advancement opportunities.