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Security Officer Sergeant

State Of Illinois


Job Location:

Clinton, UT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 63804 - 87324
Posted: 21 August 2026 (15 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:57824

OpeningDate:08/12/2026
Closing Date: 08/25/2026
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT - 39877
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5317 - $7277 per month ($63804 - $87324 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees Meat and Poultry Inspectors and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15 2014.
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.

While not requireda 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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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 Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Security Officer Sergeant for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia Illinois to provide security to all areas on an assigned shift. Responds to disturbance calls reports unsafe and hazardous conditions conducts fire drills responds to fire alarms and searches for missing patients. Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports individuals to different locations of Murray Center and in the community. Conducts investigations of alleged events gathers witness statements and evidence and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and OIG. Travels in performance of job duties.

Essential Functions
  • Provides security to all areas of Murray Developmental Center on an assigned shift.
  • Serves as designated lead worker.
  • Conducts investigations of alleged events gathers witness statements and evidence and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and Office of Inspector General (OIG).
  • Patrols Murray Center grounds and buildings by foot and vehicles to look for breaches of security unsafe and hazardous conditions.
  • Assists Center staff with management of combative residents.
  • Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports residents to different locations of Murray Center and in the community.
  • Enforces various traffic incidents including speeding and parking regulations.
  • In the absence of the Security Officer Chief acts as a back-up in handling staff coverage and staff coordination.
  • 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 the completion of high school.
  • Requires one (1) year of experience in safety and protection service or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Three (3) years of professional experience working with security requirements and regulations for apublic or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience working with emergency response procedures including firesafety and controls for a public or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience participating/conducting investigations into allegations ofburglaries vandalism individual injuries and traffic accidents.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience providing leadership directing and supervising staff for apublic or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience preparing reports.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires the ability to work after business hours weekends and holidays.
  • Requires the ability to work in a 24 hour on-call basis.
  • Requires the ability to climb stairs chase runaways.
  • Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
  • Requires a valid drivers license.
  • Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
  • Requires the ability to become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days of employment.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment including personal computers.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:11:00pm - 7:00am Saturday - Wednesday (Thursday/Friday Off); 30-minute paid lunch

Security Department

Headquarter Location:1535 W Mccord St Centralia Illinois 62801

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Murray Development Center

Security

Work County:Clinton

Agency Contact:

Posting Group:Public Safety; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy safe and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being of everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion Accessibility Responsibility and Equity.

As a State of Illinois employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 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)
    • Benefit time modified for part-time 12-hour & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
  • 13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: INSTRUCTIONS

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Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.

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Required Experience:

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