Position Title: Corrections Identification Supervisor

Job Requisition ID: 57136 Opening Date: 07/06/2026Closing Date: 07/17/2026 11:59 p.m.Agency: Department of CorrectionsClass Title: CORR IDENTIFICATION SUPERVISOR (09800) Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $6,861 a month; Full Range $6,861-$9,879 a monthJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full Time County: JohnsonNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: CU500 Supervisory Employees in Corrections and Juvenile Justice, AFSCME effective July 1, 2019Merit 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.

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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 Overview

Under general direction, the Corrections Identification Supervisor plans, directs, and coordinates the operation of a photographic and fingerprint identification program at a DOC Correctional Facility. This position supervises staff in the maintenance and operation of the identification programs for both employees and individuals in custody, and requisitions necessary materials and supplies. If you have a strong background in fingerprinting identification and as a supervisor, this position is for you. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

• Supervises staff.
• Directs the fingerprinting of individuals in custody.
• Monitors all photographic work within the Photo ID program.
• Photographs and fingerprints all new employees and maintains that their files are up to date.
• Confers with Bureau of Identification, Federal Bureau of Investigation and other government agencies.
• Escorts individuals in custody to and from various work assignments.
• 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 high school.
• Requires completion of an approved training program in the taking and classification of fingerprints.
• Requires three (3) years of experience in fingerprint identification work involving classifying, searching, filing, and making identification of fingerprints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least four (4) years of experience methods and techniques in fingerprint capturing and comparison.
• Prefers at least four (4) years of experience working in a correctional setting.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience instructing, training, and supervising others in fingerprint capturing and comparing identification procedures.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience preparing reports of unusual happenings, accidents or violations of rules by employees, residents, or wards, and operational reports.
• Prefers at least four (4) years of experience enforcing disciplinary, safety, security and custodial measures for individual in custody control.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience detecting minute differences in fingerprint records.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six months of employment.
• Requires ability to think clearly and exercise forceful initiative in emergency situations.
• Requires the 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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: Shawnee Correctional Center 6665 State Route 146 E, Vienna, Illinois, 62995
Work County: Johnson
Agency Contact: Daphne Myrick
Email: [email protected]

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).

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Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.