DOC Murphysboro LSRC LAN Administrator - UMP

Corrections Connection; Murphysboro (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an Office Administrative Specialist to act as LAN coordinator and computer systems coordinator for staff and individuals in custody. You will collaborate with DoIT staff to guide word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and other applications, with a strong emphasis on efficient digital tools.

Ideal candidates have strong computer skills, experience with LANs, and the ability to analyze operations and provide training to staff.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent or 4 years of office experience.
• Two years of secretarial/business college and two years office experience, or four years of independent business experience.
• Prefers at least two years of PC experience and intermediate MS Excel/Word skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as LAN administrator and computer system coordinator for staff and individuals in custody.
• Provides automated/manual statistical reports to management on usage.
• Analyzes operations through feasibility studies for staff and individuals in custody.
• Instructs staff for proper design, documentation, testing and training for new programs.
• Serves as technical resource on development and use of computer applications for staff and individuals in custody.

Skills

LAN administration

Data analysis

Word processing

Job description

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a highly driven Office Administrative Specialist. This position will serve as an LAN coordinator and computer systems coordinator for staff and individuals in custody. Additionally, the successful candidate will work closely with Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) staff and will provide guidance and direction with word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and other applications to staff and individuals in custody. The use of a keyboard is required.

Essential Functions

• Serves as technical resource person on development and use of computer applications for staff and individuals in custody which are often of a highly complex nature to multi-program systems (databases, spreadsheets and word processing), and Local Area Network (LAN).
• Analyzes operations through feasibility studies for staff and individuals in custody.
• Serves as a resource person on instructing staff and individuals in custody for proper design, documentation testing and training for new programs.
• Functions as a Local Area Network (LAN) administrator and computer system coordinator for staff and individuals in custody.
• Provides automated and/or manual statistical reports to management relative to volume of users, percentage of use by facility.
• 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 two (2) years of secretarial/business college and two (2) years of office experience, OR completion of high school and four (4) years of office experience, OR four (4) years of independent business experience.
• Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience using a personal computer.
• Prefers intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, or similar programs.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience using web services technology.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience in preparing material for and conducting presentations.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience writing and developing training or instruction materials.
• Prefers elementary knowledge of agency programs, rules and regulations.

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.
• 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.

Work Hours: See Below:

8:00 am to 4:00 pm Mon-Fri w/Sat & Sun off
Headquarter Location: Murphysboro Life Skills Reentry Center - 636 Elza Brantley Dr., Murphysboro, IL 62966
Work County: Perry
Agency Contact: Kristy Geppert
Email: [e-mail]
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; Public Safety

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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.