SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT

Job Requisition ID : 53219

Opening Date : 02 / 05 / 2026

Closing Date : 02 / 20 / 2026

​Agency : Department of Human Services

Class Title : SECURITY OFFICER SERGEANT - 39877

Skill Option : None

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : Anticipated Salary : $5,137 - $7,436 per month ($61,644 - $89,232 per year)

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Sangamon

Number of Vacancies : 2

Bargaining Unit Code : RC029

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 Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Security Officer Sergeant. Under direction of the Chief of Security, performs a variety of security duties for Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center on an assigned shift. Serves as lead worker to lower-level officers on an assigned shift. Conducts investigations into allegations initiated by patients, staff and / or visitors. Conducts regular patrols of Elizabeth Packard patient units and grounds. Responds to disturbances / assistance codes on patient treatment units. Provides leadership, direction and training in safety and security matters to other departments.

Essential Functions

Conducts investigations into allegations initiated by patients, staff and / or visitors of personal threats, abuse, thefts, burglaries, vandalism, patient injuries, traffic accidents within the guidelines of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and other regulatory bodies.

Serves as designated lead worker.

Conducts regular patrols of Elizabeth Packard patient units and grounds.

Provides leadership, direction and training in safety and security matters to other departments, i.e. fire procedures, searches for contraband, filing police reports related to criminal assaults and violence in the workplace.

Using ID Core System (or similar systems) produces mandated photograph patient identification cards, wrist bands, 295 identification data cards, patient medication administration photographs and staff photograph identification cards. Manages data base, monitors for lost, damaged, or destroyed identification products and facilitate replacement cards.

Advises oncoming shift of activities on previous shift.

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 experience working with security requirements and regulations for a public or private organization.

Three (3) years of experience working with emergency response procedures including fire safety and controls for a public or private organization.

Three (3) years of experience participating / conducting investigations into allegations of burglaries, vandalism, patient inquires and traffic accidents.

Three (3) years of experience providing leadership, directing, and supervising staff for a public or private organization.

Three (3) years of experience providing initial responses to security breaches and safety hazards.

Three (3) years of experience preparing reports, communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

Requires the ability to climb stairs, chase runaways and physically restrain patients as necessary to prevent injury to patient or others.

Requires the ability to become OIG rule 50.3 certified within 90 days of employment.

Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays.

Requires the ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.

Requires the ability to work in a 24 hour “on-call” capacity.

Requires a valid driver’s license.

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 : various shifts, see below.

(1 vacancy) 4 : 00p-12 : 00a, off Friday / Saturday

(1 vacancy) 12 : 00a-8 : 00a, off Sunday / Monday

Security

Headquarter Location : 901 E Southwind Rd Springfield, IL 62703-5125

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center

Security

Work County : Sangamon

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 for 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)

Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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.

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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.

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