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Jul 29, 2026

DOC Taylorville CC Mailroom Office Assistant

$4,080 - $5,254 monthly

Job Description

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking an organized and detail-oriented person to serve as the Office Assistant in the Mailroom at Taylorville Correctional Center. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with multiple parties. If interested in this position, please apply according to the instructions listed on the job posting. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions

  • Processes and distributes incoming and outgoing individuals in custody and staff mail.
  • Maintains a log for each individual in custody incoming mail concerning monies received.
  • Processes outgoing individuals in custody mail according to the U.S. Postal Service Regulations.
  • Distributes mail of individuals in custody who have been discharged, paroled, or transferred.
  • Processes incoming books and periodicals for Publication Review.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
  • Requires 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 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: See Below:

8:00 am to 4:00 pm Mon-Fri w/Sat & Sun off
Headquarter Location: Taylorville CC - 1144 Il Route 29, Taylorville, Illinois, 62568
Work County: Christian
Agency Contact: Brittany Manley
Email: Brittany.Manley@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; Public Safety

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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

 

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.

Job Requisition ID

57546

Agency

Department of Corrections

Categories

Full-Time

County

Christian

Benefits

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:

  • 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 year to year)
  • 10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
  • Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources

For more information about our benefits, please follow this link: Benefits Information


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