DOC Stateville CC NRC Corrections Clerk II

Position Title:

Corrections Clerk II

Job

Requisition

Opening Date: 06/03/2026

Closing Date: 06/16/2026 11:59 p.m.

Agency:
Department of Corrections

Class

Title:

CORRECTIONS CLERK II - 09772

Skill Option:
None

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,607 monthly;
Full Range $5,607- $7,953 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Will

Number of Vacancies : 3

Bargaining Unit Code: RC006 Corrections Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Clerk II to work at the Reception and Classification Center. This position is responsible for verifying mittimus and court papers, interviewing individuals in custody during the intake process, and performing clerical duties. In addition, they will respond to inquiries from individuals in custody regarding calculations, grades, and good time. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Function 2

* Verifies mittimus and court papers.

* Interviews individuals in custody during the intake process into the Reception and Classification Center.

* Performs clerical duties.

* Responds to inquiries from individuals in custody regarding questions or concerns dealing with calculations, grades, and good time.

* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.

* Requires two (2) years clerical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience maintaining and updating records and files.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of work experience calculating data while checking same for accuracy and completeness.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience tracking and logging information.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience maintaining and managing a complex filing system and electronic email system.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience in a customer service setting responding to inquiries.

* Prefers at least three (3) years of experience working in a correctional setting.

Conditions of Employment

* Requires 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.

* Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six (6) months of employment.

* 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 as set out by the employer.

* The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:

See below

8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off

Headquarter

Location:

Reception and Classification Center 16830 S Broadway St, Crest Hill, Illinois,…