Correctional Warehousing Instructor at Sheridan Correctional Center

Location: Sheridan

Salary : $49,500.00 - $57,500.00 Annually
Location : Sheridan Correctional Center - Sheridan, Illinois
Job Type: Department of Corrections/Juvenile Justice
Job Number:
Division: DOC/DJJ
Department: Sheridan Correctional Center
Opening Date: 04/06/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Warehousing Certificate program.
Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.

Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.

Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.

Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean. t

Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.

Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).

Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.

Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.

Assist in registration as needed.

Consider the general and special needs of the student.

Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.

Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.

Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.

Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.

Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.

Prepare EGGC forms task lists and attendance reports as required.

Maintain hourly count check on students.

Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.

Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.

Maintain equipment assigned to area.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree Preferred.

Experience Requirements:

Teaching Experience Desired.

Extensive knowledge of warehouse management and operations required.

Knowledge:

Warehousing Procedures.

Skills:

Must be able to maintain and operate warehousing equipment and posses extensive knowledge in inventory management and control.

Must have good communication skills.

Personal Requirements:

Good Interpersonal Skills.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

Department of Corrections

(For specific details, please refer to summary plan documents and/or board policy.)
Vacation Hours
Vacation hours for the Department of Corrections employees are loaded at the beginning of each fiscal year, although it is credited to the employees on a monthly basis. All vacation time has to be used prior to the end of the fiscal year, or it will be lost. The amount of time employees receive is based on the number of years of service.
Years of Service

Hours Per Year

Monthly Accrual Rate

1-8 years

135 hours

11.25 hours

9-14 years

150 hours

12.50 hours

15-20 years

187.5 hours

15.63 hours

21+ years

210 hours

17.50 hours
Vacation time will be prorated when employees are not on a paid status for the entire month.
Sick Hours
Full-time Department of Corrections employees will be granted 7.5 hours of sick time each month. Employees can accrue up to a maximum of 1350 hours.
Parental Leave
Paid parental leave of up to four (4) weeks for approved full-time employees with one (1) or more years of service.
Holidays
The Department of Corrections provides for the following paid holidays:
January 1, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Columbus Day, General Election Day (every other year), Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
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