DOC Vandalia CC LAN Administrator

State-of-Illinois; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections seeks a highly capable Office Administrative Specialist (UMP) to coordinate LAN and computer systems for staff and custody populations in Vandalia, IL.

You will work with DoIT staff, guiding word processing, databases, spreadsheets and other applications, with strong emphasis on training and documentation. Standard hours are 8am-4pm, M-F, in-office.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of secretarial/business college and two years of office experience, or completion of high school with four years of office experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Functions as LAN administrator and computer systems coordinator for staff and individuals in custody.
• Provides automated/manual statistical reports to management on system usage and volume.
• Analyzes operations through feasibility studies for staff and individuals in custody.
• Instructs staff and individuals in custody for proper design, documentation testing and training for new programs.
• Supports staff with word processing, databases, spreadsheets and related applications.

Skills

Secretarial experience

Microsoft Office

Outlook/Word/Excel

LAN knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Secretarial/business college

Tools

Web services technology

Job description

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: Office Administrative Specialist (Upward Mobility)
Job Requisition ID: 58729
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 09/29/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST - 29990
Skill Option: Computer Systems
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,939 monthly; Full Range $4,939-$6,733 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: See below

8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: Vandalia Correctional Center 1876 Us Highway 51, Vandalia, Illinois, 62471
Work County: Fayette
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This position 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).

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 Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, or similar software.
• 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.

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

• Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
• 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 from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources