DOC Centralia CC Assistant Warden of Programs

Assistant Warden Of Programs

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an experienced, results-driven leader to serve as Assistant Warden of Programs at Centralia Correctional Center. This key leadership role oversees essential institutional programs and services, supports staff development, and advances IDOC's mission of promoting positive change, successful reentry, and public safety. If you have strong administrative leadership skills and a commitment to operational excellence, we encourage you to apply!

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.

Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

Provides input into the development, establishment, and implementation of institutional rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures of the institution to ensure proper operation of daily functions. Plans, organizes, and assumes direct responsibility over the functions of the Clinical Services, Record Office, Medical Services, Chaplaincy, Leisure Time, Industries, and Education. Conducts interviews and counsels individuals in custody. Serves as full line supervisor.

Conducts daily routine inspection tours of the institution for security, safety, and sanitation. Serves on various committees, serves as Employee Review board Officer, attends employee hearings, and recommends disciplinary action for infractions of the rules and regulations. Travels to various locations to attend management meetings, trainings, and to speak to lay and professional groups regarding the institution programs. 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 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.

Conditions of Employment

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…