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DOC Chief Executive Officer of Correctional Industries job at State of Illinois. Danville, IL.

Job Requisition ID: 51301

Closing Date: 11/14/2025

Agency: Department of Corrections

Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070

Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Dependent upon qualifications ($110,088- $190,296)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

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Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

Merit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer for Correctional Industries (ICI) to lead statewide vocational and business operations that prepare individuals in custody for successful reentry. This executive role combines strategic leadership, workforce development, and public service innovation. Candidates should have strong administrative experience and a passion for driving positive change.

• Serves as Chief Executive Officer for Correctional Industries.
• Develops and maintains ongoing communication with the Department’s Office of Adult Educational and Vocational Services, Re-Entry Services, and other external Departments to ensure that vocational program offerings meet the demands of the labor force and that participants in the ICI program obtain the necessary training and credentials for a successful release from the Department’s custody.
• Directs and researches vocational programming opportunities.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Serves as Labor Relations Coordinator for Correctional Industries (ICI).
• 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 Business Administration, Public Policy, or Education.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to be on-call.
• Requires the use of agency-supplied technology.
• Requires the ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires the 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 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.

Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Location: 3820 E Main St, Danville, Illinois, 61834

Email: Lisa.Devert@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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.

• As a 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
• 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