Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette
Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Utilize your experience as a corrections officer at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. We are seeking an individual with a background in corrections security to lead our team as a Corrections Officer 3. In this role you will performing administrative and supervisory work in the care custody control discipline and nonprofessional counseling of inmates. If you are ready to use your knowledge to take on a leadership role apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Officer 3 you will serve as a Lieutenant and supervise subordinate officers by planning organizing assigning and monitoring correctional officer duties. Your role will include conducting inspections of all areas in assigned zones to ensure all officers are alert and diligent in the performance of their duties then completing a daily inspection report. You will provide training to new staff and interpret rules regulations policies and objectives of the institution for subordinates. You can expect to oversee daily schedules as well as plan and organize inmate movements to and from work assignments recreational activities and meal periods. Additionally you will conduct daily tours of inmate housing units address any concerns and participate in counseling inmates on problems associated with institutional adjustment matters of a personal nature.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment 40 hours per week
- Work hours are to be determined with rotating days off.
- This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Corrections Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title as determined by the Office of Administration);or
- Four years of experience in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility. (Note: Persons seeking employment under this option will be required to successfully complete or have completed a training program conducted by the Department of Corrections.)
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown PA is required.
- PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
