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 $5,607 monthly; Full Range $5,607-$7,953 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 illinois.jobs2web.com 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.Position OverviewThe 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.
Essential Functions- 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 custody's personal property.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope to the duties required.
Minimum Qualifications- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years high school.
- Requires two (2) years of clerical experience.
Preferred Qualifications- 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.
Conditions of Employment- 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 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.
Work Hours: See below
7am-3pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Logan Correctional Center 1096 1350Th St, Lincoln, Illinois, 62656
Work County: Logan
Agency Contact: Kathy Steffens
Email: [email protected]Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support
This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
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