DOC Policy and Directives-Methods and Procedures Advisor I
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 51202
Closing Date: 11/18/2025 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections - Sangamo Complex
Class Title: METHODS AND PROCEDURES ADVISOR I - 27131
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4954 a month; Full Range $4954 - $7200 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical 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, title 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
As a Method & Procedures Advisor I (MPAI), you will have the distinct pleasure of being part of a diverse unit that is responsible for coordinating the development, review, and approval of standardized departmental policy, procedures, and forms. We are seeking individuals with a passion in reviewing policy, procedures, and forms and to revise same when necessary to ensure continued compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations. This position is responsible for addressing administrative, operational, and security issues, and maintains a permanent historical record of Departmental Rules, Administrative Directives, and forms. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!
Essential Functions
- Analyzes legislation, Illinois Administrative Code, statutes, Federal Codes, court decisions, American Correctional Association (ACA) and National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards and memoranda.
- Conducts periodic review of existing rules and directives and forms.
- Inputs new and revised rules and directives denoting old and new language.
- Maintains permanent historical documentation of policy development, the actual past and current adopted policies and cross reference indexes.
- Reviews and analyzes proposed new programs.
- Drafts new rules, administrative directives, and forms to implement new programs.
- Submits approved rules for formal rulemaking process.
- Researches past and current policies to respond to requests from the courts, State Attorneys, Public Defenders, other state agencies, other States’ Department of Corrections, federal government agencies, cities, counties and the public.
- 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 college, with courses in public administration, accounting, industrial relations, prelegal or personnel management.
- Requires one (1) year of professional experience in public administration, business management, or accounting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers extensive knowledge of management principles and techniques, including organization structures, staffing patterns and administrative controls.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience developing administrative directives and departmental rules of an organization.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience reviewing and revising administrative directives or rules of an organization.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience interpreting policies and directives of an organization.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience using computer software systems.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience analyzing state, federal legislation, regulations, or court decisions.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in a correctional setting.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience studying the effectiveness of policies and procedures.
Conditions 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.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- 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.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday; Sat/Sun off
Work Location: Sangamo Complex - 1021 N Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Jacob Gerringer
Email: Jacob.Gerringer@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance; Public Safety
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. 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. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedule in some program areas (Flex 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 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 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: Benefits Information
Nearest Major Market: Springfield