JUVENILE JUSTICE CHIEF OF SECURITY
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Juvenile Justice Chief of Security to work at an assigned facility. The position provides administrative direction and directs the facility security force and custodial program on an assigned shift. The Chief implements and maintains programs that address security and the rehabilitative needs of youth, and ensures security staff comply with Departmental Rules, Administrative Rules, and Institutional Directives. The role serves as a full line supervisor and Duty Administrative Officer. It includes reviewing late arrivals, absences, and roll-call sign-in sheets, and attending staff, management, and other meetings to ensure security staff are informed about policies, procedures, and directives. Other duties may be assigned when reasonably within the scope of the role. The position is based at 3825 Campton Hills Dr, St. Charles, Illinois. The listed regular work hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday off; however, overtime may be required, including evenings, weekends, and on-call availability. The position is fully in-office, and travel, including overnight stays, may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Three years of professional staff experience involving the care of youth in a State of Illinois Juvenile Justice facility and providing for the safety, security, and well-being of youth and staff.
- Pass an Illinois Department of Corrections/Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice background check.
- Pass a drug screen; use of unauthorized drugs is prohibited.
- Be over the age of 21.
- Ability to travel in the performance of duties, including overnight stays as appropriate, and possess an appropriate, valid driver's license.
- Physical agility and strength to stand and walk for up to three hours at a time, run short distances, and provide physical intervention and control as necessary to protect individuals.
- Ability to work required overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime; work evenings and weekends; and be available on-call 24 hours.
- Ability to perform medium work, including lifting up to 50 pounds at a time and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, and other topics relevant to the job duties.
Nice To Haves
- Thorough knowledge of juvenile behavior problems and the treatment and interventions needed to develop successful and appropriate behaviors.
- Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations, post assignments, and procedures for carrying out work assignments.
- Extensive knowledge of adolescent psychological development, mental health issues affecting juvenile offenders, and social development concerns.
- Extensive knowledge of basic first aid and emergency response protocols.
- Ability to prepare reports of unusual happenings, accidents, or rule violations by employees and youth.
- Ability to remain current on all institution rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Direct the security force and custodial program for the facility on an assigned shift.
- Serve as a full line supervisor.
- Serve as a Duty Administrative Officer.
- Review late-arriving staff, absences, and roll-call sign-in sheets.
- Attend in-service staff, management, and other meetings to ensure security staff are informed of policies, procedures, and directives.
- Implement and maintain programs conducive to facility security and the rehabilitative needs of youth.
- Ensure security staff comply with Departmental Rules, Administrative Rules, and Institutional Directives.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the position.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- Paid parental leave
- Pre-tax benefits programs, including Deferred Compensation, Medical, and Daycare
- Twelve paid sick days annually
- Ten paid vacation days in the first year, with the potential to earn up to 25 days annually based on years of service
- Three paid personal days annually, prorated based on start date
- 13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
- Flexible work schedules in many program areas
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
