Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51324 
Closing Date: 11/18/2025
Agency:  Department of Corrections
Class Title:  PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option:  Special License – Professional Educator License and Administrative Endorsement 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,488; Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $8,488-$10,000/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Will
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Correcti ons and the Office of Adult Education and Vocati onal Services is looking for a professional educator that possesses a valid Professional Education License. The OAEVS educator will provide Adult Basic Education and Adult Secondary Education services to adult individuals. The chosen candidate will assess the learning needs of the student, plan and implement instructional actives, evaluate student success while promoting a positive learning environment. The mission is to engage, educate andimpower the adult education student. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

• Plans and directs educational program including elementary/secondary education, vocational programs, special education, curriculum approval, work/shift assignments, etc.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Monitors preparation/submittal of reports required by the Office of Adult Education and Vocational Services, facility requests for data, State Board of Education, College Contracts, Affirmative Action, Personnel, etc.
• Prepares and monitors budgetary needs and expenditures.
• Travels to attend/participate in staff meetings, workshops, other developmental programs designed to improve/expand educational offerings.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires Professional Educator License with a General Administrative Endorsement.
• Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible professional teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers working experience planning and directing an educational program.
• Prefers at least three (3) years' experience developing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating an educational program along with recommending improvements.
• Prefers at least five (5) years' educational experience.
• Prefers at least three (3) years' supervisory experience.
• Prefers working experience developing, analyzing, and monthly tracking reports for an educational program.
• Prefers knowledge of educational programs in a correctional setting.
• Prefers working knowledge of federal and state educational laws.
• Prefers proficiency in the use and development of computer-generated spreadsheets, reports, and documents.
• Prefers working experience working within a budget.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to travel.
• Requires the 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.
• 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: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm; Saturday/Sunday off 
Work Location:  2848 McDonough St, Joliet, Illinois, 60436 
Agency Contact:  Demetria.Greenwald@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Education; Leadership & Management

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

About the Agency:  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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