DOC Menard CC Corrections Clerk II - Placement

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid state holidays

Vacation

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Clerk II assigned to the Menard Correctional Center Placement Office. Responsible for maintaining Placement Office records, housing unit cell maps, and processing job change recommendations.

Fully in office with a 7:30 am–3:30 pm schedule, Mon-Fri. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of clerical experience; preferred candidates have three years of clerical experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Requires two (2) years of clerical experience.
• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a customer service setting with telephone experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Placement Office assignment records, including recording of all cell changes, cell assignments, and work/program assignments.
• Maintains housing unit cell maps.
• Identify all job change recommendations by the Institutional Adjustment Committee or staff recommendations for removal.

Skills

Clerical experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DOC Menard CC Corrections Clerk II - Placement

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

• Position Title: Corrections Clerk II - Placement
• Job Requisition ID: 59634
• Opening Date: 10/21/2026
• Closing Date: 11/04/2026, 11:59 pm
• Agency: Department of Corrections
• Class Title: CORRECTIONS CLERK II - 09772
• Skill Option: None
• Bilingual Option: None
• Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,607/month; Full Range: $5,607-$7,953/month
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Bargaining Unit Code: RC006 Corrections Employees, AFSCME
• Merit Comp Code:
• Work Hours: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Mon-Fri w/Sat & Sun off
• Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
• Headquarter Location: Menard CC - 711 E Kaskaskia St, Menard, Illinois, 62259
• Work County: Randolph
• Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Clerk II assigned to the Menard Correctional Center Placement Office. This position is responsible for maintaining Placement Office assignment records and housing unit cell maps, as well as processing all job change recommendations. Menard Correctional Center is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to serve in the role. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions

• Maintains Placement Office assignment records, including the recording of all cell changes, cell assignments, and work/program assignments.
• Maintains housing unit cell maps.
• Identify all job change recommendations by the Institutional Adjustment Committee, Administrative staff's recommendation for removal, or individuals in custody requests for removal.
• Uses microcomputer and the programs contained therein to gather data for the purpose of formulating reports, responding to internal and external queries, and to effectively communicate policy and procedural practice and changes to affected staff.
• 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 of clerical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least three (3) years of clerical experience.
• Prefers intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, or similar software.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a correctional or similar setting.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a customer service setting with telephone experience.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience maintaining a complex filing system.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience maintaining inventory.

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 inmanaging 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.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:

• 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 year to year)
• 10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
• Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources