SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT

State-of-Illinois; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The State of Illinois, Department of Human Services, seeks a Security Officer Sergeant for Murray Developmental Center in Centralia, IL. You will lead security operations on an assigned shift, respond to disturbances, patrol grounds, and escort residents as needed.

This union position requires high school diploma and 1 year in safety; preferred 3 years leadership, investigations, and emergency procedures; valid driver's license and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in safety and protection service or related field.
• Preferred: 3 years of professional security experience and emergency response procedures.
• Preferred: 3 years of investigations into burglaries, vandalism, injuries and traffic accidents.
• Preferred: 3 years leading, directing and supervising staff.
• Preferred: 3 years preparing reports.
• Preferred: 3 years communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provides security to Murray Developmental Center on an assigned shift.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Conducts investigations and prepares written reports for Murray Center and OIG.
• Patrols Murray Center grounds and buildings.
• Assists staff with management of combative residents.
• Escorts/transports residents to locations in the community.

Skills

Leadership

Investigation

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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.

Job Requisition ID:57824

Opening Date:08/12/2026

Closing Date:08/25/2026

Agency:Department of Human Services

Class Title:SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT - 39877

Skill Option:None

Bilingual Option:None

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,317 - $7,277 per month ($63,804 - $87,324 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category:Full Time

County: Clinton

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code:RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees, IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15, 2014.

Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

While not required,a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.

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.

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Security Officer Sergeant for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to provide security to all areas on an assigned shift. Responds to disturbance calls, reports unsafe and hazardous conditions, conducts fire drills, responds to fire alarms and searches for missing patients. Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports individuals to different locations of Murray Center and in the community. Conducts investigations of alleged events, gathers witness statements and evidence, and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and OIG. Travels in performance of job duties.

Essential Functions

• Provides security to all areas of Murray Developmental Center on an assigned shift.
• Serves as designated lead worker.
• Conducts investigations of alleged events, gathers witness statements and evidence, and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and Office of Inspector General (OIG).
• Patrols Murray Center grounds and buildings by foot and vehicles to look for breaches of security, unsafe and hazardous conditions.
• Assists Center staff with management of combative residents.
• Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports residents to different locations of Murray Center and in the community.
• Enforces various traffic incidents, including speeding and parking regulations.
• In the absence of the Security Officer Chief, acts as a back‑up in handling staff coverage and staff coordination.
• 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 the completion of high school.
• Requires one (1) year of experience in safety and protection service or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience working with security requirements and regulations for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience working with emergency response procedures including fire safety and controls for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience participating/conducting investigations into allegations of burglaries, vandalism, individual injuries and traffic accidents.
• Three (3) years of professional experience providing leadership, directing and supervising staff for apublic or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience preparing reports.
• Three (3) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
• Requires the ability to work in a 24 hour “on-call” basis.
• Requires the ability to climb stairs, chase runaways.
• Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days of employment.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 11:00pm - 7:00am Saturday - Wednesday (Thursday/Friday Off); 30-minute paid lunch

Security Department

Posting Group: Public Safety; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well‑being of everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10 to 25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Benefit time modified for part‑time, 12‑hour, & non‑standard work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre‑Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions