Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette

If you possess strong leadership skills and attention to detail, the Department of Corrections' (DOC) State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette may have the perfect opportunity for you. We are seeking highly organized and detail-oriented individuals to join our dynamic team as Corrections Officer 3s. In this role, you will oversee subordinate staff and be responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and proper operation of the institution. Join our dedicated team and make a positive impact in the correction system!

As a Corrections Officer 3, your duties will include supervising officers and ensuring that they comply with all policies, procedures, and regulations governing custody and control at SCI Fayette. You will also be responsible for planning, organizing, and monitoring correctional officer duties; conducting inspections; and completing a daily inspection report. Additionally, you will monitor officer assignments and strive to achieve maximum effectiveness with a minimum number of personnel. This role also involves conducting employee performance evaluations and interviews for potential subordinate staff, as well as providing training to support staff. In this position, you will conduct daily tours of inmate housing units and address any concerns. You will maintain a safe and secure environment for all inmates and staff members. This includes conducting regular security checks and addressing any issues that may arise. Additionally, you will be expected to participate in counseling inmates on personal and adjustment issues, as well as maintaining through records and reports of all activities and incidents within the institution. Your role as an overseer of daily schedules and operations is crucial in ensuring the smooth functioning of the institution and promoting a positive and healthy environment for all individuals involved.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours and schedule to be determined. Work schedule will include rotating days off.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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 requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• 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.

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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.

• 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.