Corrections Officer Trainee - SCI Waymart

Salary$49,010.00 AnnuallyLocationWayne County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2026-50160-47200DepartmentDepartment of CorrectionsDivisionCR WAM ScyOpening Date07/24/2026Closing Date8/7/2026 11:59 PM EasternJob Code47200Position NumberMultiple positions will be filled from this posting.UnionPSCOABargaining UnitH1Pay GroupCO34Bureau / Division Code00116810Bureau / DivisionSCI WaymartWorksite AddressBuilding 20, 11 Fairview DriveCityWaymart, PennsylvaniaZip Code18742Contact NameDenise GipeContact Phone717.817.1455Contact Emaildegipe@pa.govTHE POSITION 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 Waymart.DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position provides training and guided experience in the custody, supervision, and support of inmates in a state correctional facility. The role involves direct interaction with inmates and structured learning in essential security and counseling practices.Inmate Contact: Interact with inmates and visitors in both direct and indirect situationsMaintain Security: Monitor inmate movement and activities in cellblocks, housing units, work areas, dining spaces, and recreation areas to maintain securityObservation: Make periodic and unannounced rounds, conduct head counts, complete security checks, and report unusual situations to a Corrections OfficerWork Schedule: Full-time employment where you will work a 40-hour work week with shifts to be determined, work any shift and work in all areas of the institution as assigned, work overtime as required by operation necessities and emergencies, work on weekends and holidays which occur during your normal work schedule, and report to work under adverse weather conditionsTelework: You will not have the option to telework in this positionTraining Participation: Participate in formalized instruction in the areas of sociology, psychology, court procedures, self-defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facility's organizational structureProvide Guidance: Offer advice and guidance to inmates adjusting and participating in correctional processes and agency rules/regulationsPrepare Reports: Write and complete detailed reportsRespond to Emergencies: Act quickly and safely during emergency situationsUniforms: Wear employer-provided uniformsUnion Membership: Follow promotion provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandumSalary: Starting hourly rate is $23.49; Shift differential is up to $1.25 per hourRetirement: Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs Benefits InformationINTERVIEW PROCESS Interviews for these vacancies are scheduled for August 20, 2026 and August 21, 2026. 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. You must follow all instructions provided in notices to be considered for a vacancy.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSOther Requirements:PA residency requirement is 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 and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.Candidates must successfully complete a medical examination, psychological evaluation, and urinalysis screening for drugs.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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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