DOC Logan CC Corrections Clerk II
Job Location:
Lincoln, NE - USA
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Job Summary
Position Title: Corrections Clerk II
Job Requisition ID: 57515
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 07/31/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:CORRECTIONS CLERK II - 09772
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5607 monthly; Full Range $5607-$7953 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Logan
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC006 Corrections Employees AFSCME
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.
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.
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 the 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 Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
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The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Clerk II to monitor mailroom processing for receiving and outgoing of mail. This position will also implement all mail rules and regulations verify legal mail for individuals in custody monitor receipts of newspapers magazines and incoming mail serve as lead worker monitor processing of money orders received in the mail receive and inspect mail weighing up to 50 lbs. and responsibly prepare a variety of important records and reports pertaining to individual in custody person property. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
- Monitors Mailroom processing for receiving and outgoing of mail.
- Implements all mail rules and regulations set forth by both Federal and Department of Corrections.
- Calls individuals in custody to assigned area to verify legal mail from attorneys judges etc..
- Monitors receipts of newspapers magazines and incoming mail to ensure it is sorted by living unit and then delivered to the 3pm-11pm shift roll call room for distribution by the Unit Control Officer.
- Serves as lead worker.
- Monitors processing of money orders received in the mail to ensure they are recorded noted and sent to the Trust Fund Office.
- Receives and inspects mail received weighing up to 50 lbs..
- Exercises responsibility for the preparation of a variety of important records and reports pertaining to individuals in custodys personal property.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope to the duties required.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years high school.
- Requires two (2) years of clerical experience.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience preparing and reviewing files for accuracy.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience maintaining a complex filing system.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience gathering data and preparing reports.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working in a mail room.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience maintaining and keeping records.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in a correctional facility.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience implementing safety and security procedures.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel or similar programs.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience in report writing using correct grammar spelling and punctuation.
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six (6) months of employment.
- 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 technologytools 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
7am-3pm Mon-Fri Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Logan Correctional CenterTh St Lincoln Illinois 62656
Work County: Logan
Agency Contact: Kathy Steffens
Email:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
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Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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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
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- 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
- For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Experience:
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