Operations Specialist
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Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 5928 - 7928
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:55714
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 05/12/2026
Agency:Illinois Prisoner Review Board
Class Title:EXECUTIVE I - 13851
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5928 - 7928 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Supervisory (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Position Overview:
The Illinois Prisoner Review Board isseekingto hire a motivated self-starting Operations Specialist for the Operations Unit. The Operations Specialist is directly under the Assistant Director of Operations and will oversee andmaintainvarious programs assigned to the Unit. This position will oversee a staff of clerical and paraprofessionals. This is a dynamic position in nature and requires the ability to adapt quickly to changes as directed by Senior Management. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with verbal and written communication; with the ability to provide step-by-step instructions to their team and will be able to work well with the public staff and Senior Management. We invite those interested in public safety to apply.
The Prisoner Review Boardoffers a robust benefit package including:
Monday-Friday schedule
Health life vision and dental insurance
Paid Parental leave
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
(10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
(13-14) paid state holidays annually
Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during theonboarding process.
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. Whetheryourehelping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in needyourepart of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state careeryourelooking 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.
Essential Functions
- Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Operations organizes plans directs implementscontrolsand evaluates the activities of the Operations unit.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Gathers data related to hearings and outcomes and prepares monthly reports required by statutes agencypoliciesand procedures or at the request of PRB leadership.
- Serves as a liaison with the Department of Corrections including records office supervisors of the various correctional facilities as well as Illinois Department of Justice to answer questions resolve issues and ensure open communication and information workflows are optimized.
- Travels statewide and attends executive level meetings offering recommendations for consideration on staffing and equipment with regards to unit operation and needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned orrequiredwhich are reasonable within the scope of the dutiesenumeratedabove.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college preferably with courses in business or public administration.
- Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers the ability to develop and manage a small agency function program.
- Prefers the ability to analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.
- Prefers the ability to develop install and evaluate new and revised methods procedures and performance standards.
- Prefers the ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
- Prefers the ability to estimate recommend and budget for future needs and cost of personnel space equipmentsuppliesand services.
- Prefers the ability to develop andmaintaincooperative working relationships.
- Prefers the ability to successfully apply learned knowledge and techniques to working environment.
- Prefers the ability to prepare oral and written reports.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid and current Illinois drivers license and ability to travel to locations throughout the state in the performance of duties with overnight stays asappropriate.
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest.The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employeesrequiredto file a Statement of Economic Interestare also required tofile the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Prisoner Review Boards mission is to function under statutory authority as a quasi-judicial body with a primary focus on public safety.Itfurther acts as a checks and balances on other state and local institutions. The Board imposes release conditions for incarcerated individuals who are exiting penal facilities revokes and restores good conduct credits from inmates and conducts hearings todeterminewhether parolees have violated conditions of parole. The Board also notifies victims and their families when an inmate is about to be released from custody. Finally the Board makes confidential recommendations to the Governorrelativeto clemency petitions.
Work Hours:Monday- Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location:1001 N Walnut St Springfield Illinois 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Krista Kincaid
Email:
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
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:
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