Corrections Officer Trainee (SCI Chester)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Chester, PA • 11h ago

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Are you looking for more than just a job, but the start of a successful career? If you have a strong dedication to public service and want to help keep the public safe, we encourage you to submit an application for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Chester. The Corrections Officer Trainee participates in formal training sessions and on-the-job assignments to develop skills and techniques in the custody and supervision of inmates in a state correctional facility. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a corrections officer. Work in this position involves the care, custody, control, and non-professional counseling of inmates.

Duties for this position include:

Work duties may include direct and indirect contact with inmates and visitors.

Directing inmates and maintaining security in cellblocks, housing units, cottages, work areas, dining, and recreation areas.

Observing inmates and inmate behavior and reporting anything unusual to a corrections officer.

Participating in formalized instruction in the areas of sociology, psychology, court procedures, self-defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facilities organizational structure.

Providing advice and guidance in assisting inmates in their adjustment to and participating in correctional processes and the Department's rules and regulations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible for this position, you must:

**Have successfully examined and have a current score on file. Scores obtained prior to October 21, 2019 are no longer valid or considered. If you apply to this vacancy posting without having a current score on file, you will be deemed INELIGIBLE. If you do not have a score, complete the online exam by clicking on the CORRECTIONS OFFICER TRAINEE (ONLINE EXAM) posting and follow the directions provided.

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.

**Be able to perform essential job functions.

Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents will not be reviewed.

INTERVIEW PROCESS: Please check your inbox and spam mail regularly as additional information regarding the interview process will be sent to the email address you utilized when applying for this vacancy. Once you receive the interview notice email, please respond by the date indicated in the email to accept or decline the interview date/time. Please note that all applicants may not receive an interview notice. This depends on your score as well as the number of positions available. You must follow all instructions provided in notices to be considered for a vacancy.

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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.

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