DOC Transfer Coordinator Assignment Coordinator
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Agency: Department of Corrections - Transfer Coordinator's Office
Class Title: ASSIGNMENT COORDINATOR - 01530
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 01/22/2025 11:59 p.m.
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,339 a month; Full Range $6,339 - $9,595 a month.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
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.
Posting Identification Number 43974
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Position Overview
If you are detailed oriented and like a fast pace, progressive environment, then this position is for you. Looking for candidates that have good communication skills and well organized as you deal with not only staff within the Transfer Coordinator’s Office (TCO), but also multiple staff within the Correctional Facilities. Candidates will learn the various duties within the TCO, allowing you to expand your knowledge. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Essential Functions
- Reviews, modifies, denies and approves recommendations concerning the transfer of adult individuals in custody from one institution to another.
- Screens all packets to determine if applicants meet established criteria.
- Schedules county intakes to reception centers from all state counties.
- Reviews and responds to written, telephone inquiries and requests from individuals in custody, individuals in custody family members, attorneys, government officials, and Department of Corrections administrators regarding transfers, Keep Separate From (KSF) lists, and other issues as assigned.
- Communicates Offender 360 (O360) procedures and coordinates all changes with data processing staff.
- Makes periodic visits to adult institutions to review conditions and procedures to ensure that they are in compliance with Agency policy and directives.
- 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 college supplemented by a master's degree in one of the behavioral sciences.
- Requires two (2) years professional experience in an adult correctional facility or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional work experience assigning individuals in custody to the appropriate correctional facility security level designation such as a such as maximum, medium, minimum-security, impact incarceration program, or adult transition center levels.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional work experience processing transfers of individuals in custody in between correctional facilities.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional work experience working with correctional reception centers.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional work experience scheduling intakes of individuals in custody from various types of correctional facilities.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional work experience reviewing bed availability at correctional facilities.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional work experience responding to correspondence from other individuals in custody, family members, and/or other officials regarding individuals in custody correctional facility assignment.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of professional work experience making periodic visits to correctional facilities ensuring compliance with correctional agency policies and directives.
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 the position held, is prohibited.
- 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: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday; Sat/Sun off
Work Location: Transfer Coordinator's Office - 1301 Concordia Ct Springfield, IL 62702-5643
Agency Contact: Suzanne LaTourelle, Human Resources Specialist
Email: Suzanne.LaTourelle@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Public Safety
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
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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
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:
· 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:
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield