DOC Menard CC OAEVS Corrections Law Library Assistant
DOC Menard CC OAEVS Corrections Law Library Assistant
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$ 5161 - 7200
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47545
Closing Date: 06/12/2025
Agency:Department of Corrections- Menard Correctional Center
Class Title:CORRECTION LAW LIBRARY ASSISTANT - 09819
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $5161 a month; Full Range $5161 - $7200 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Randolph
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an enthusiastic detail-minded and service-oriented team player to fill a Corrections Law Library Assistant (CLLA) position. The CLLA provides extensive reference instructional and research services. The person in this position will train and supervise Individuals in Custody law clerks; provide law library services to patrons and staff; develop and maintain the institutional law library; support facility programs and services; and maintain library order and security. The ideal candidate for this position will be a team-oriented individual who is able to adapt to the changing needs of a dynamic institutional library; be a self-starter and innovative thinker; and have a passion for Public Service. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions
- Trains and supervises individuals in custody library law clerks in the use of legal library resources to provide assistance sought by individuals in custody library users.
- Receives/reviews individuals in custody requests for assistance in the use of the institution law library.
- Explains court procedures and filing requirements without providing interpretations of substantive matters of law.
- Develops and maintains the institution law library.
- 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 college with coursework in such areas as legal pre-legal English statistics or directly related coursework.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least one (1) year work experience working with case law.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working as a paralegal or in a law library setting.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience writing reports.
- Prefers ability to analyze and organize facts evidence and precedents and to draft written material in a clear and logical format.
- Prefers at least one (1) year work experience gathering statistical data.
- Prefers at least one (1) year experience using a legal law library.
- Prefers at least one (1) year experience receiving and reviewing library requests.
- Prefers at least one (1) year work experience working in a library setting.
- Prefers at least one (1) year experience assisting individuals with law library materials.
- Prefers at least one (1) year supervisory experience.
Condition of Employment
- Requires certification as a Notary Public be obtained during probationary period and kept current while in the position.
- Requires the 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.
- 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: Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:30pm; Saturday/Sunday off
Work Location: 711 East Kaskaskia St Menard Illinois 62259
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; Education
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
About the Agency: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 agencys 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 butn ot 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
Full 20year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement.
Deferred compensation and other pretax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 1314 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal sick and vacation rates modified for 12hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
For more information about our benefits please follow this link:For Benefit Information Click Here
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Employment Type
Full-Time
