DOC Policy and Directives-Methods and Procedures Advisor I

DOC Policy And Directives-Methods And Procedures Advisor I

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Date: Apr 29, 2026 Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62702 Position Title: Methods & Procedures Advisor I Opening Date: 05/04/2026 Closing Date: 05/15/2026 11:59 p.m. Agency: Department of Corrections Class Title: METHODS AND PROCEDURES ADVISOR I - 27131 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,127 a month; Full Range $5,127-$7,452 a month Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit 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.

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As a Method & Procedures Advisor I (MPAI), you will have the distinct pleasure of being part of a diverse unit that is responsible for coordinating the development, review, and approval of standardized departmental policy, procedures, and forms. We are seeking individuals with a passion in reviewing policy, procedures, and forms and to revise same when necessary to ensure continued compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations. This position is responsible for addressing administrative, operational, and security issues, and maintains a permanent historical record of Departmental Rules, Administrative Directives, and forms.

Analyzes legislation, Illinois Administrative Code, statutes, Federal Codes, court decisions, American Correctional Association (ACA) and National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards and memoranda. Conducts periodic review of existing rules and directives and forms. Inputs new and revised rules and directives denoting old and new language. Maintains permanent historical documentation of policy development, the actual past and current adopted policies and cross reference indexes. Reviews and analyzes proposed new programs. Drafts new rules, administrative directives, and forms to implement new programs. Submits approved rules for formal rulemaking process. Researches past and current policies to respond to requests from the courts, State Attorneys, Public Defenders, other state agencies, other States' Department of Corrections, federal government agencies, cities, counties and the public. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with courses in public administration, accounting, industrial relations, prelegal or personnel management. Requires one (1) year of professional experience in public administration, business management, or accounting.

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 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 8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off Headquarter Location: PSSSC - 1000 E. Converse Avenue, Springfield, IL 62702 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: Jamie Barrett Email: Jamie.L.Barrett@illinois.gov Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance