DOC Stateville CC Corrections ID Technician
Crest Hill, IL, US, 60403
Position Title: Corrections Identification Technician (Upward Mobility)
Job Requisition ID: 55510
Opening Date: 04/24/2026
Closing Date: 05/07/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: CORR IDENTIFICATION TECHNICIAN (09801)
Skill Option: UMP Credential
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,607 a month; Full Range $5,607-$7,953 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Will
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.
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Position Overview
Under general supervision of the Corrections Identification Supervisor, the Corrections Identification Technician conducts a program of fingerprint and photographic identification at a Corrections facility for both employees and individuals in custody. The incumbent shall maintain cross reference files of all persons committed to, or processed by, the facility, as well as maintain all photographic and fingerprint equipment assigned. The ideal candidate should have the ability to pay attention to detail, and be able to enforce and maintain safety, sanitary, security, and custodial measures. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Fingerprint and photograph individuals in custody located at both the institution and county jails.
- Keyboards information on fingerprint cards and reports, description of photographs.
- Maintains identification records.
- Instructs individuals in custody assigned to Bureau of Identification unit.
- 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.
- This title is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience applying modern methods and procedures used in fingerprint classification and identification work.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience working in a correctional setting.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience utilizing photographic techniques.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience recording and classifying legible fingerprints impressions.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience comparing fingerprints and identification data accurately.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to travel.
- Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six (6) months of employment.
- 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.
- 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
8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Stateville Correctional Center 16830 S Broadway St, Crest Hill, Illinois, 60403
Work County: Will
Agency Contact: Cathy Beckway
Email: Cathy.Beckway@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
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.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago