DOC Big Muddy River Correctional Center Mailroom Office Assistant

DOC Big Muddy River Correctional Center Mailroom Office Assistant

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

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Position Overview IDOC is looking to hire an Office Assistant to process and inspect all individual in custody incoming mail. In addition, they will scan all mail. If you are detail oriented and can ability to multi-task, this position is for you. We strongly encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions Processes and inspects all individuals in custody incoming mail. Opens, sorts, and scans all incoming and outgoing facility mail. Processes Individual in Custody Mail. Accepts and distributes incoming and outgoing facility mail. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and one (1) year of related office experience. 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. 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: 8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off Headquarter Location: Big Muddy Correctional Center 251 N Illinois Hwy 37, Ina, Illinois, 62846 Work County: Jefferson Agency Contact: Mason Walker Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

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.