DOC Special Treatment CenterDixon Psychiatric Unit Superintendent
Job Summary
Position Title: Psychiatric Unit Superintendent (Public Service Administrator Opt. 7)
Job Requisition ID: 55787
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 08/11/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:Law Enforcement/Correctional
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $9531 a month; Full Range $9531-$14182 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Lee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:VR704 Departments of Corrections Financial and Professional Regulation Juvenile Justice and State Police Supervisors Laborers International Union of North America - ISEA Local 2002; Southern and Central Illinois Laborers District Council
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 Dixon Correctional Center is seeking a highly motivated professional to serve as the Superintendent of theDixon Special Treatment Center/Dixon Psychiatric Unit at the facility. The ideal candidate will possess excellentcommunication skills and will be able to work with interdepartmental staff within a correctional facility and withother governmental and law enforcement agencies. The Dixon Correctional Center is distinct in its size asIDOCs largest medium security facility and is unique in its diversity. The administration of the facility is dividedinto specialized areas that include units housing general population individuals in custody older individuals withspecial needs individuals with disabilities as well as an Infirmary. The Special Treatment Center (STC) is amedium security center that houses both mentally ill and intellectually disabled individuals. The DixonPsychiatric Unit (DPU) is a multi-security unit which serves as IDOCs primary psychiatric correctional the Special Treatment Center and Dixon Psychiatric Unit serve the needs of individuals who have mentalhealth and intellectual disabilities by providing programs geared specifically toward a special needs populationas well as a therapeutic environment. If interested in this opportunity please apply according to the instructionslisted on the job posting. We invite all qualified applicants to apply.
- Serves as the Unit Superintendent of the Special Treatment Center and Psychiatric Unit.
- Serves as full line supervisor.
- Administratively responsible and accountable for the execution of policies and procedures in the management of the institution while serving as Duty Warden.
- Instructs and counsels individuals in custody by holding regular interviews by request in order to provide assistance to individuals in custody with problems.
- As Employee Review Hearing Officer hears cases and prepares a follow-up-report for the Chief Administrative Officer citing a recommendation on the level of discipline to be imposed.
- Conducts routine inspection tours of the institution including the inspection of individual in custody living quarters and conducts system checks.
- Answers correspondence and speaks to lay and professional groups regarding the various programs of the Unit.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college preferably with courses in Sociology Penology Behavioral Sciences or a related field.
- Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience supervising in a correctional facility.
- Prefers at least three (3) years of experience in applying principles and practices of corrections facility administration.
- Prefers three (3) years of experience working with individual in custody transfers housing and work assignments.
- Prefers at least three (3) years of working with and maintaining confidential information.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience interpreting labor agreements.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience using a Disciplinary Tracking type software program.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience utilizing Offender 360 (O360) or similar like program.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience analyzing administrative problems and adopting an effective course of action.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with staff individuals in custody government officials and members of the public.
- Requires ability to carry a firearm.
- 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.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non- State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non- State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- 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 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
8am-4pm Mon-Fri Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Dixon Correctional Center2600 N Brinton Ave Dixon Illinois 61021
Work County: Lee
Agency Contact: Karmin Bush
Email:
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
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.
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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
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