Reference #: 4666890
THE POSITION
Are you interested in a career that gives you the opportunity to assist offenders returning to society? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking Corrections Community Center Monitors whose primary purpose is to provide care, custody, and control of the re-entrant population housed at the state-operated Harrisburg Community Corrections Center (CCC). If you want to end each day knowing that you have contributed to our mission of preparing re-entrants for a successful return to their families and communities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for maintaining the daily activity log, observing re-entrant behavior, and conducting searches for contraband in common areas. You will also manage and inventory re-entrant prescription medications, security equipment, tools, toxic chemicals, and housekeeping supplies. Additionally, you will maintain the sign-in and sign-out register for all re-entrants and visitors, as well as control their movement within the CCC. A key aspect of your position will be conducting new re-entrant orientations, which includes reviewing DOC and CCC policies, rules, and regulations. You will provide information about available public services, make room assignments, and delegate duties. You will also document and monitor re-entrants' daily activities and assist in keeping the center inspection ready as directed. The ideal candidate will be sensitive to the needs, concerns, and complaints of the public and crime victims, taking appropriate actions to address them.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
Community Corrections Centers are staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $38,348.00 (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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirements:
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
You must be willing and able to work in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
This position requires shift work. You must be willing and able to work different shifts or irregular scheduled hours.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Two (2) years of experience performing public safety or security work. (Examples of qualifying experience include but are not limited to public safety or security work involving protection of persons and/or property and maintaining required security through enforcement of rules, regulations, and laws; public safety or security work in a correctional setting, juvenile, or adult development/detention center, law enforcement entity, or military security experience).
One (1) year of work experience providing direction/guidance to individuals. (Examples of qualifying work experience include but are not limited to performing as a lead worker or supervisor assigning and evaluating work tasks, providing informal counseling, or giving orders in the Military).
Legal Requirement:
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/educat on).
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 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.
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.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.