Doc Sheridan Cc Corrections Clerk I
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Sheridan, CO - USA
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Job Summary
Position Title: Corrections Clerk I
Job Requisition ID: 58567
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 09/22/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:CORRECTIONS CLERK I - 09771
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5163 monthly; Full Range $5163-$7086 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC006 Corrections Employees AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: See below
7am-3pm Mon-Fri Sat/Sun off
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available fully in office
Headquarter Location: Sheridan Correctional Center - 4017 E 2603Rd Rd Sheridan Illinois 60551
Work County: LaSalle
Agency Contact: @
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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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.
The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Clerk I to work at the Sheridan Correctional Center. This position collects and processes incoming mail and institutional mail and maintains an individual in custody mail addition this position screens and routes all incoming postal and delivery service packages and participates in processing employee and state-related outgoing mail. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
- Collects and processes incoming mail and institutional mail.
- Maintains an individual in custody mail log to include a separate detailed legal mail section.
- Screens and routes all incoming postal and delivery service packages to ensure that security concerns are met.
- Participates in processing employee and state-related outgoing mail.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
- Requires six (6) months of clerical or office work.
- 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.
- Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six months of employment.
- Required to utilize digital technology tools platforms and processes in managing 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.
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:
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.
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:
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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