Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, PA, United States
POSITION
Take on a leadership role at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks motivated and hardworking Corrections Officer 3s. In this role you will supervise subordinate officers to ensure smooth operations within the institution. Expand your experience in corrections while serving as an exemplary leader for staff.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Serve as a Lieutenant performing administrative and supervisory work in the care, custody, control, discipline, and non‑professional counseling of inmates.
Supervise subordinate officers by assigning and monitoring duties.
Conduct inspections of all areas, evaluate employee performance, interview prospective staff, and schedule inmate movements.
Oversee daily schedules, conduct periodic inmate checks, and monitor surveillance of institutional grounds and buildings.
Investigate violations of departmental and institutional policies, directives, and procedures by subordinate staff.
WORK SCHEDULE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week.
Work hours to be determined, with rotating days off. Pass days will be determined.
Eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Telework not permitted.
Salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
Position updates communicated via email.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
One year as a Corrections Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal title).
Four years in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility; must complete Department of Corrections training program.
Other Requirements
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
PA residency requirement currently waived for this title.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements
Must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.
For more information, refer to Pennsylvania’s hiring website.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
Contact 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals needing accommodations.
EEO STATEMENT
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. It values inclusion and seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve Pennsylvania citizens. 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.
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Take on a leadership role at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks motivated and hardworking Corrections Officer 3s. In this role you will supervise subordinate officers to ensure smooth operations within the institution. Expand your experience in corrections while serving as an exemplary leader for staff.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Serve as a Lieutenant performing administrative and supervisory work in the care, custody, control, discipline, and non‑professional counseling of inmates.
Supervise subordinate officers by assigning and monitoring duties.
Conduct inspections of all areas, evaluate employee performance, interview prospective staff, and schedule inmate movements.
Oversee daily schedules, conduct periodic inmate checks, and monitor surveillance of institutional grounds and buildings.
Investigate violations of departmental and institutional policies, directives, and procedures by subordinate staff.
WORK SCHEDULE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week.
Work hours to be determined, with rotating days off. Pass days will be determined.
Eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Telework not permitted.
Salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.
Position updates communicated via email.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
One year as a Corrections Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal title).
Four years in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility; must complete Department of Corrections training program.
Other Requirements
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
PA residency requirement currently waived for this title.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements
Must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans.
For more information, refer to Pennsylvania’s hiring website.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
Contact 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals needing accommodations.
EEO STATEMENT
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. It values inclusion and seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve Pennsylvania citizens. 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.
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