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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette in La Belle, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4549373 THE POSITION This pivotal role involves supervising and administering inmates' care, custody, and control at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. As the leader in this role, you will be responsible for overseeing a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care for inmates and ensuring the smooth operation of the facility daily. Coordinating inmate movements for work assignments, recreational activities, and meal times will be crucial in maintaining a safe and well-supervised environment. Additionally, meticulously maintaining and submitting precise transport and movement reports is essential to this role. Seize the opportunity to step into the leadership role at SCI Fayette and make a difference. Apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Corrections Officer 3, you oversee subordinate officers, ensure strict compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations, and conduct thorough inspections to uphold high performance standards. You will also conduct employee evaluations and interviews with prospective staff and train new subordinate staff. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee and direct the daily care and operations of the inmates, making a significant impact on their rehabilitation and the facility's overall functionality. You will manage daily operations, including security, food service, plant maintenance, medical service, and recreational activities. You will plan inmate movements, ensure adequate supervision, conduct tours of inmate housing units, monitor inmate behavior, counsel inmates, and maintain records. To excel in this position, it is vital to exhibit strong organizational skills, genuine compassion, and empathy, and to embody a decisive leadership style that prioritizes the well-being and discipline of our inmates. These diverse ranges of responsibilities will keep you motivated and fully involved in your role.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours will be determined. The selected applicant will work a 40-hour work week with rotating days off. This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Salary:Applicants who are new to the Commonwealth will start employment at $52,306 annually (before taxes). 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
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: PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation.
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). 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 a pointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
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.
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.