DOC Transfer Coordinator

Job Requisition ID: 50110 
Closing Date: 10/02/2025
​Agency:  Department of Corrections
Class Title:  SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option:  General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary is $10,500 a month. Full Range $10,500- $11,500 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Term Appointment/ Agency

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Why Work for Illinois?

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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 Manager of the Transfer Coordinator Office designates initial and subsequent institutional placement and security levels for individuals in custody assigned to institutions. This exciting position is responsible for the oversight and reviews of Reception and Classification (R&C), institutional transfers, reclassification requests and adult transitional center applications. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively serve as agency spokesperson on issues relating to Transfer Coordinator Office, coordinate and monitor department intake of individuals in custody from county jails and other law enforcement Agencies. We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated candidateand encourage all qualified and interested candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Manager of Transfer Coordinator Office.
• Reviews Reception and Classification (R&C), institutional transfers, and reclassification requests.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Coordinates with the statewide Central Transportation Unit which facilitates movement of individuals in custody and correctional officer trainees.
• Serves as agency spokesperson on issues relating to Transfer Coordinator Officer.
• Coordinates with Operations division on movement and assignment of individuals in custody at the facilities.
• Serves as Coordinator, through a formed partnership with the U.S Department of Justice (DOJ), the International Prisoner Transfer Treaty which transfers individuals in custody from Illinois’ prisons to a penal system of the individuals in custody’s country of origin to serve remainder of sentence, while the DOJ works to bring U.S. Nationals back to this country.
• Serves as Employee Review Hearing Officer for the Concordia Complex during disciplinary procedures for those employees who have been charged with violating departmental policies.
• Serves as Coordinator and Team Leader for Critical Incident Reviews.
• 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 with courses in business administration.
• Requires four (4) years of administrative experience in public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of interpreting and implementing policy and procedures.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience drafting policy and procedures for a large agency (250 or more employees) or unit (20 or more employees).
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience in preparing reports and presenting before specialized audience or general public.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in coordinating transfers of individuals in custody.
• Prefers at least three (3) years’ experience interpreting collective bargaining contracts and/or supervising union covered positions.
• Prefers the ability to analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.
• Prefers the ability to make informed decisions based on the best interest of the department, staff and individuals in custody.
• Prefers experience in coordinating or facilitating training for a group of professionals.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working in a correctional setting.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to be on-call.
• Requires the use of agency-supplied technology.
• 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.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non- State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non- State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• 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 8:30am-5:00pm; Saturday/Sunday off 
Work Location:  1301 Concordia Ct Springfield, IL 62702-5643 
Agency Contact:  [email protected]
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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 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 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
· For more information about our benefits please follow this link: For Benefit Information Click Here

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:

• [email protected]
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