DOC Sheridan CC Office Associate - Records Office
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections is hiring an Office Associate at Sheridan Correctional Center. The role performs sentence calculations; processes and verifies writs of habeas corpus and escorted day-release activities; prepares distribution packets; maintains individual-in-custody count sheets and a docketing system; and keyboards records and other documents, including materials containing medical terminology. The position is fully in office and works 8 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday off. The position is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent knowledge, skill, and mental development.
- Two years of office experience.
- Ability to keyboard accurately at 45 words per minute.
- Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to support department operations and digital transformation efforts.
- Abide by employer vaccine and other medical standards.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex sentence calculations, including revocation and restoration of good-conduct credits, Earned Discretionary Sentence Credit (EDSC), Earned Program Sentence Credit (EPSC), and other changes in sentence structure.
- Process and verify writs of habeas corpus and escorted day-release activities, and prepare related packets for distribution.
- Maintain continuous individual-in-custody count sheets on paper and in Offender 360 (O360), monitoring movement into and out of the facility.
- Maintain the docketing system to confirm reviews for restoration of good-conduct credits, Prisoner Review Board (PRB) matters, and awards of meritorious good time.
- Keyboard complex charts, statistical reports, documents, forms, memoranda, and letters, including materials requiring knowledge of medical terminology.
- Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the listed responsibilities.
Benefits
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- Retirement plan and deferred compensation
- Paid state holidays
- Paid personal, sick, and vacation time
- Pre-tax benefit programs
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Extensive training and career advancement opportunities
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension plan, with Tier II vesting at 10 years
- Full 20-year retirement awards with free health insurance during retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
