Operations Specialist

State of Illinois

Springfield, IL

Job Requisition ID: 55714
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 05/12/2026
Agency:Illinois Prisoner Review Board
Class Title: EXECUTIVE I - 13851
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,928 - 7,928 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Supervisory (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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.

Position Overview:

The Illinois Prisoner Review Board is seeking to hire a motivated, self-starting Operations Specialist for the Operations Unit. The Operations Specialist is directly under the Assistant Director of Operations and will oversee and maintain various programs assigned to the Unit. This position will oversee a staff of clerical and paraprofessionals. This is a dynamic position in nature and requires the ability to adapt quickly to changes as directed by Senior Management. The ideal candidate must be comfortable with verbal and written communication; with the ability to provide step-by-step instructions to their team and will be able to work well with the public, staff, and Senior Management. We invite those interested in public safety to apply.

The Prisoner Review Board offers a robust benefit package including:

Monday-Friday schedule

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance

Paid Parental leave

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs

Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually

(10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)

Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)

(13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

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.

Essential Functions

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Operations, organizes, plans, directs, implements, controls and evaluates the activities of the Operations unit.
Serves as full-line supervisor.

Gathers data related to hearings and outcomes, and prepares monthly reports required by statutes, agency policies and procedures, or at the request of PRB leadership.
Serves as a liaison with the Department of Corrections, including records office supervisors of the various correctional facilities as well as Illinois Department of Justice to answer questions, resolve issues, and ensure open communication and information workflows are optimized.

Travels statewide and attends executive level meetings, offering recommendations for consideration on staffing and equipment with regards to unit operation and needs.

Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.

Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefers the ability to develop and manage a small agency function program.

Prefers the ability to analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.

Prefers the ability to develop, install and evaluate new and revised methods, procedures, and performance standards.

Prefers the ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.

Prefers the ability to estimate, recommend and budget for future needs and cost of personnel, space, equipment, supplies and services.

Prefers the ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Prefers the ability to successfully apply learned knowledge and techniques to working environment.

Prefers the ability to prepare oral and written reports.

Conditions of Employment

Requires a valid and current Illinois driver’s license and ability to travel to locations throughout the state in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.

Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

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.

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

About the Agency

The Illinois Prisoner Review Board's mission is to function under statutory authority as a quasi-judicial body with a primary focus on public safety. It further acts as a checks and balances on other state and local institutions. The Board imposes release conditions for incarcerated individuals who are exiting penal facilities, revokes and restores good conduct credits from inmates and conducts hearings to determine whether parolees have violated conditions of parole. The Board also notifies victims and their families when an inmate is about to be released from custody. Finally, the Board makes confidential recommendations to the Governor relative to clemency petitions.

Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 1001 N Walnut St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Krista Kincaid
Email: Krista.M.Kincaid@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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.

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: