DOC Background Screening Manager

Job Requisition ID: 57907
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 08/19/2026
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:  PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option:  General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $9,000; Full salary Range: $9,000 - $11,000 per month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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Position overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking to hire a DOC Background Screening Manager. The ideal candidate will serve as a full-line supervisor, providing guidance and training to assigned staff, and counseling staff regarding work performance. In addition, the role develops and maintains contacts with outside entities to promote proper and effective background criteria procedures, serves as a liaison with Law Enforcement Agencies, employers, and applicants, and prepares documentation to substantiate denial or approval of employment. If you are interested in this position, please follow the instructions on the posting. We invite all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Background Manager
• Coordinates and conducts training for staff on the use of multiple files, systems and informational sources to conduct appropriate pre-employment/pre-service background investigations 
• Serves as liaison with outside contacts including the Judicial System, police departments, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Secretary of State
• Serves as full-line supervisor
• Provides input to the Employee Screening and Recruitment Manager with budget recommendations on systems, personnel and reports 
• 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, preferably with courses in business or public administration
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in pre-employment/pre-service screening, or similar employment screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience with pre-employment/pre-service screening, or similar employment screening processes
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience supervising staff in adhering to policies and procedures
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience training staff in the use of systems and resources necessary to complete work tasks
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience, maintaining confidentiality and working with sensitive topics
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience drafting policies and procedures for a large public safety agency. (500 or more employees)
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience working with high level contacts specific to law enforcement or correctional entities
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience interpreting data and preparing reports to convey appropriate facts and figures

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check
• Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs, 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
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime
• 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 am - 4:00 pm Mon-Fri; Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: 1000 E Converse Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: View email address on us.fitly.work
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

Statement of Economic Interests:

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.

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

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