DOC Stateville CC Corrections ID Technician

Position Overview

Under general supervision of the Corrections Identification Supervisor, the Corrections Identification Technician conducts a program of fingerprint and photographic identification at a Corrections facility for both employees and individuals in custody. The incumbent shall maintain cross reference files of all persons committed to, or processed by, the facility, as well as maintain all photographic and fingerprint equipment assigned. The ideal candidate should have the ability to pay attention to detail, and be able to enforce and maintain safety, sanitary, security, and custodial measures. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Fingerprint and photograph individuals in custody located at both the institution and county jails.
• Keyboards information on fingerprint cards and reports, description of photographs.
• Maintains identification records.
• Instructs individuals in custody assigned to Bureau of Identification unit.
• 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.
• This title is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience applying modern methods and procedures used in fingerprint classification and identification work.
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience working in a correctional setting.
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience utilizing photographic techniques.
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience recording and classifying legible fingerprints impressions. 
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience comparing fingerprints and identification data accurately.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to travel.
• Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six (6) months 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 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.