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State of Illinois

SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT

Centralia, IL · On-site

$63K - $87K/yr

Salaried Category: Full Time County: Clinton Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and ...

State of Illinois

SECURITY OFFICER (UMP)

Centralia, IL

$61K - $82K/yr

Salaried Category: Full Time County: Clinton Number of Vacancies: 2 Bargaining Unit Code: RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and ...

State of Illinois

SECURITY OFFICER (UMP)

Centralia, IL

$61K - $82K/yr

Salaried Category: Full Time County: Clinton Number of Vacancies: 2 Bargaining Unit Code: RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and ...

Martin Foods

General Production

Houston, TX · On-site

$12/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Objective The General Production employee supports poultry ... Inspect products for quality and report defects or concerns * Follow all USDA, food safety ...

Bell and Evans

Farm Forklift Driver

Fredericksburg, PA · On-site

$24.08/hr

Non-Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Farm Forklift Driver is responsible for ... Move products between poultry houses, storage facilities, warehouses, and transportation vehicles ...

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How much do full time poultry inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time poultry inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Poultry Inspector vs Part Time Poultry Inspector?

AspectFull Time Poultry InspectorPart Time Poultry Inspector
CertificationsUSDA certification, poultry inspection trainingSame certifications required, but fewer hours
Work EnvironmentFull-time, on-site at processing plantsPart-time, same environment but fewer shifts
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in poultry processing facilitiesUsed for supplemental staffing or seasonal work
Work HoursTypically 40 hours/weekLess than 20 hours/week

Full Time Poultry Inspectors work full-time hours with consistent schedules, ensuring poultry safety and compliance. Part Time Poultry Inspectors perform similar duties but on a reduced schedule, often supplementing staffing needs. Both roles require the same certifications and work in similar environments within the poultry industry.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Poultry Inspector job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,939 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT

State of Illinois

Centralia, IL • On-site

$63K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

State Of Illinois rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 75 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 50 rated states

Job description

 Job Requisition ID: 57824 

Opening Date: 08/12/2026
Closing Date: 08/25/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT - 39877 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,317 - $7,277 per month ($63,804 - $87,324 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees, IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15, 2014.
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.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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 Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Security Officer Sergeant for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to provide security to all areas on an assigned shift.  Responds to disturbance calls, reports unsafe and hazardous conditions, conducts fire drills, responds to fire alarms and searches for missing patients.  Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports individuals to different locations of Murray Center and in the community.  Conducts investigations of alleged events, gathers witness statements and evidence, and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and OIG. Travels in performance of job duties.

Essential Functions
  • Provides security to all areas of Murray Developmental Center on an assigned shift.
  • Serves as designated lead worker.
  • Conducts investigations of alleged events, gathers witness statements and evidence, and prepares written reports for Murray Development Center and Office of Inspector General (OIG).
  • Patrols Murray Center grounds and buildings by foot and vehicles to look for breaches of security, unsafe and hazardous conditions.
  • Assists Center staff with management of combative residents.
  • Secures patients personal property and escorts/transports residents to different locations of Murray Center and in the community.
  • Enforces various traffic incidents, including speeding and parking regulations.
  • In the absence of the Security Officer Chief, acts as a back-up in handling staff coverage and staff coordination.
  • 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 the completion of high school.
  • Requires one (1) year of experience in safety and protection service or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Three (3) years of professional experience working with security requirements and regulations for a public or private organization. 
  • Three (3) years of professional experience working with emergency response procedures including fire safety and controls for a public or private organization.   
  • Three (3) years of professional experience participating/conducting investigations into allegations of burglaries, vandalism, individual injuries and traffic accidents.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience providing leadership, directing and supervising staff for a public or private organization.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience preparing reports.
  • Three (3) years of professional experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.  
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
  • Requires the ability to work in a 24 hour "on-call" basis.
  • Requires the ability to climb stairs, chase runaways.
  • Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
  • Requires a valid driver's license.
  • Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
  • Requires the ability to become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days of employment.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 11:00pm - 7:00am Saturday - Wednesday (Thursday/Friday Off); 30-minute paid lunch

Security Department 

Headquarter Location: 1535 W Mccord St, Centralia, Illinois, 62801

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Murray Development Center

Security

Work County: Clinton

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Public Safety; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being of everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 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)
    • Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

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.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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

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The State of Illinois is not a traditional company, but rather a governmental entity encompassing diverse agencies and departments that serve the constituents of Illinois. Based in Illinois, United States, this governmental body communicates with its citizens through the official website illinois.gov. The website is a one-stop resource for Illinois residents to access information about the state's services, including education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety, among others.

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