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DOC Pinckneyville CC Shift Supervisor
Pinckneyville, IL, US, 62274
Position Title:Shift Supervisor
Job Requisition ID:51446Closing Date:11/24/2025 11:59 p.m.Agency:Department of CorrectionsClass Title:SHIFT SUPERVISOR - 40800Skill Option:NoneBilingual Option:NoneSalary:Anticipated Starting Salary $8,643/month; CBA Applies; Full Range: $8,643-$12,767/month PrevailingJob Type:SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty:PerryNumber of Vacancies:1Bargaining 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 CouncilMerit 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 positionMUSTapply electronically through theillinois.jobs2web.comwebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee 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Shift Supervisor class specification, legacy grades and/or applicant validations completed prior to May 15, 2024, are no longer valid.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.
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Position Overview
The 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 the 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
Work Location:Pinckneyville Correctional CenterAgency Contact:Kristy GeppertEmail:Kristy.Geppert@illinois.govPosting 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:
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
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 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:
Nearest Major Market:St Louis
Freqently Asked Questions
Managing unforeseen incidents during night shifts at Pinckneyville Correctional Center requires swift decision-making and a thorough understanding of facility protocols. Shift Supervisors must coordinate security responses effectively while ensuring staff and inmate safety, reflecting their crucial role in maintaining order during critical situations.
Strong communication skills, conflict resolution capabilities, and the ability to motivate correctional staff are key leadership traits. The position demands overseeing custody operations with fairness and decisiveness, fostering a secure environment while supporting team cohesion within this high-responsibility supervisory role.
Candidates benefit from correctional officer training and supervisory experience in custody settings. Familiarity with roster management software and offender tracking platforms enhances effectiveness, while prior roles as sergeant or lieutenant in penal institutions provide valuable insight into managing security operations.
State employment emphasizes adherence to collective bargaining agreements, ethical standards, and public safety mandates. Supervisors engage in rehabilitative and reentry programs, balancing security with inmate welfare, unlike private firms which may focus primarily on asset protection without the same regulatory oversight.
Working here offers comprehensive benefits like pension plans and paid leave, supporting long-term career growth. Challenges include navigating stringent background checks and ethical disclosures unique to government roles, alongside the responsibility of maintaining safety in a diverse correctional environment.
Pinckneyville sees moderate competition for supervisory correctional positions, partly due to its specialized nature and union protections. Candidates should prepare for rigorous background screenings and ensure compliance with updated class specifications, making readiness and qualification critical in this regional job market.
Given Pinckneyville’s smaller community size, commuting is generally manageable, though overnight shift hours (11pm-7am) may affect personal routines. Limited public transit options encourage reliance on personal vehicles, which candidates should consider when planning daily logistics and ensuring consistent punctuality.
Starting salaries for this position begin at $8,643 per month, with potential to reach $12,767 depending on experience and union agreements. This range is competitive within Illinois correctional supervisory roles, reflecting the responsibility level and benefits tied to state employment.
Supervisors utilize digital platforms for scheduling, disciplinary tracking, and offender management, enhancing operational efficiency. Embracing such technology is vital for compliance with updated procedures and supports the department's digital transformation efforts across correctional institutions.
Promotion paths often lead to higher supervisory ranks such as lieutenant or administrative management roles. The department encourages ongoing training and values experience with specialized software and leadership, enabling motivated supervisors to expand their responsibilities and influence within the correctional system.
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