Reference #: 4752688 THE POSITION

Become a leader and help guide the corrections officers at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette! We are looking for an individual with a background in corrections to join our team as a Corrections Officer 3. The supervision you will provide in this role will help us ensure smooth operations within the institution. If you are looking for a way to expand your existing experience in corrections while leading a team, this is the perfect position for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Officer 3, you will perform administrative and supervisory work in the care, custody, control, discipline, and non-professional counseling of inmates at SCI Fayette. You can expect to supervise subordinate officers and plan, organize, assign, and monitor their assigned duties. You will conduct performance evaluations, interviews for prospective subordinate staff, and training for new staff. In this position, you will oversee daily schedules and operations involving security, food service, maintenance, medical services, and recreational activities. Additionally, you will conduct daily tours of inmate housing units and address any concerns.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time 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. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Applicants who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 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: 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disa ilities 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.