Doc Jacksonville Cc Warden

State of Illinois•Jacksonville, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated, experienced leader to serve as Warden of Jacksonville Correctional Center. This key leadership role oversees facility operations, staff, security, programs, and budget while advancing IDOC’s mission of promoting public safety, accountability, and positive change. Bring your leadership experience and commitment to operational excellence to make a meaningful difference in the lives of staff, individuals in custody, and the communities we serve.

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 ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Requires possession of a Firearm Ownership Identification card and 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 work overtime and duty administrative office hours.
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 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.
The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public.
All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09)
Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position.
As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non- State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
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.

Responsibilities

Formulates and implements rules, regulations, directives, policies and procedures governing employee and individuals in custody.
Directs and evaluates program responsibility.
Plans and directs facility budget.
Consults with court officials, law enforcement personnel and other agencies regarding care and custody of individuals in custody.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
Completes inspections of overall physical plant, equipment and grounds for safety, security, sanitation, efficiency, maintenance and to ensure operational effectiveness of facility.
Travels to speak before civic groups and organizations to discuss programs of the facility and Department of Corrections.
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