Corrections Officer Cadet – Pre-Service Training

Corrections Connection; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking Correctional Officer Trainees for locations across the state, including Danville. The role involves eight weeks of pre-service training at the Academy, followed by on-the-job training under supervision, including yard, housing units, lines, and security duties.

Cadets are sworn in after training and receive certificates and badges. Positions are union-backed and involve travel to various facilities statewide.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of four years of high school.

Responsibilities

• Receives eight weeks of formalized pre-service security training at the Illinois Corrections Training Academy including firearms training.
• Receives on-the-job training under immediate supervision of a qualified correctional employee with weekly assignments to assist in operations.
• Receives one week orientation at the facility with formal training in housing unit work, report writing, and security procedures.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking Correctional Officer Trainees for locations across the state, including Danville. The role involves eight weeks of pre-service training at the Academy, followed by on-the-job training under supervision, including yard, housing units, lines, and security duties.

Cadets are sworn in after training and receive certificates and badges. Positions are union-backed and involve travel to various facilities statewide.