Position Title: Shift Supervisor
Job Requisition ID: 58173
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 09/08/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: SHIFT SUPERVISOR - 40800
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,946 monthly; Full Range $8,946-$13,337 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Livingston
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 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. Due to updates to the Shift Supervisor class specification, legacy grades and/or applicant validations completed prior to May 15, 2024, are no longer valid. All applications will be validated against the updated Shift Supervisory class specification.
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 Correctional Shift Supervisor position serves as a supervisor in IDOC facilities and is a vital position for the custody, control, and safety of all IDOC facilities. The ideal candidate should be able to manage issues and concerns of staff and individuals in custody to facilitate effective operations of the facility. We encourage all staff that meet the minimum requirements to apply for the Correctional Shift Supervisor position.
Essential Functions- Plans, coordinates and directs a security force in housing and custodial services on an assigned shift.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Coordinates security for vocational, education/treatment, activity-based programs.
- Receives, reviews and approves Roster Master sheets for shift assignments.
- Participates in clinical, professional, administrative meetings.
- Prepares and submits various reports, Wardens monthly activity reports, performance evaluations, unusual incidents, discipline referrals and revised procedures.
- 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 completion of four (4) years of high school and completion of an approved correctional officer trainee program.
- Requires five (5) years of supervisory experience as a supervisor or lead worker of correctional employees in a custody program in a correctional institution or setting.
Preferred Qualifications- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a penal or security institution serving in a role equivalent to IDOC Correctional Sergeant or Correctional Lieutenant.
- Prefers experience using Microsoft Outlook, Disciplinary Tracking, or similar software.
- Prefers one (1) or more years' experience with roster management and overtime equalization.
- Prefers one (1) or more years' experience utilizing Offender 360 (O360).
Conditions of Employment- 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.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
- 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
11pm-7am Tues-Sat, Sun/Mon off
Headquarter Location: Pontiac Correctional Center 700 W Lincoln St, Pontiac, Illinois, 61764
Work County: Livingston
Agency Contact: Sheryl Chapman
Email: [email protected]Posting Group: Public Safety
This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
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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: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
