This position is responsible for assisting in the management of the Department of Corrections (DOC) Basic Training (BT) Program for parole staff (field and institutional side).
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm
This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
This position is not eligible for telework.Provides the full range of supervisory duties for parole trainees during Basic Training.
Oversees and/or participates in the planning, development, and coordination for parole trainees during Basic Training at the Training Academy. Provides classroom instruction when necessary for Basic Training.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the Basic Training program and assesses the results of relevant training programs for all levels of DOC parole staff.
Plans, designs, implements and instructs training programs for all levels of parole staff.
Works with vendors to provide courses not offered by in-house staff and provides oversight, or arranges oversight, for these presentations. Serves as contract administrator in these situations.
Serves as Manager in Charge for Training Academy operations, as directed.
Independently and appropriately resolves classroom problems.
Prepares technical reports related to human resources issues. These may include, but are not limited to: documents for accreditation, reports to the Office of Administration, reports on special issues, etc.
Assess classroom instruction to ensure that: instructors use proper adult learner instructional techniques, the classroom is managed, students are engaged, co-facilitators work together appropriately, instructors follow lesson plans and achieve learning objectives. Provides instructor coaching and feedback to improve instructor’s presentation skills.
Ensures training conducted within Basic Training is in accordance with current DOC policies and procedures.
Monitors and maintains instructor certifications and ensures that instructors have the necessary skills and certifications to teach required courses and curriculum within Basic Training and specialized programs.
Provides leadership, facilitation, support, and technical expertise to Agency committees as assigned.
Participates in reviews of Basic Training examinations to ensure they reflect current curriculum. Assists with maintaining the Classmarker database.
Supervises, investigates and participates in fact-findings sessions concerning violations of the Department of Corrections and institutional policies, directives and procedures by subordinate staff.
Travels to facilitate the performance of agent OJT audits when requested.
Oversees Parole OJT completion and retains completion records.
Develops and implements the BT class schedule and instructor schedule for the Parole BT program to maintain an adequate number of qualified instructors. Works closely with BT Captain and BT Lieutenant (institutional side) to schedule classrooms for instructional activities.
Serves as liaison with parole supervisors and other staff related to the parole basic training program and any trainee concerns.
Supervises assigned sergeants per organizational structure.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Essential Functions:
1. Supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of subordinate officers
2. Direct facility operations according to established procedures
3. Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp
4. Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels
5. Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking
6. Operate basic office equipment
7. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
8. Use and maintain various equipment and tools of the corrections profession
9. Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform
10. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
11. Establish and maintain effective working relationships
12. Attend and participate in all mandatory training and/or testing
13. Maintain weapons qualifications per DOC Policy 5.1.1, Section 7
14. Travel as required
ORGANIZATION OR LOCATION RESTRICTIONS:
This posting is open tocurrentDepartment of Corrections employeesonly.
RECRUITMENT METHODS:
Applicants must meet oneof the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
- Promotion Without Examination (PWOE)
- Reassignment (Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualifyfor reassignment.)
- Voluntary Demotion
You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
ELIGIBILITY - ALL APPLICANTS:
1. Meet the minimum experience and training (MET's) for the job:
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 thisoptionwill berequiredto successfully complete, or have completed, a training program conducted by the Department of Corrections.)
Please Note: Certain SCI Corrections Officer positions will require applicants to have and maintain an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
2. Be eligible for selection in accordance with Merit System Employment Regulations. This position is a management position and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum or understanding.
PA Residency is waived for this position.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT:
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
ELIGIBILITY -PROMOTION WITHOUT EXAMINATION (PWOE)APPLICANTS:
Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only – You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
•Corrections Officer 2
•Corrections Officer 1
•Parole Supervisor
Please Note: We will also consider applications from current Commonwealth employees in pay scale group ST08 for which there is a logical occupational, functional, or career developmental relationship to this position. All applicants must meet the Minimum Experience and Training (MET’s) requirements.
Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
The promotion without examination requirementsareissuedin accordance withmerit system employment regulations.
Selection Criteria:
1. Minimum experience and training required for the job.
2. Meritorious service; defined as(a)the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and(b)the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
3.Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower classes by the posting closing dates with no break in service.
HOW TO APPLY- ALL APPLICANTS:
Applicants must apply online at http://www.employment.pa.gov to the specific job posting that is of interest to them prior to the posting’s closing date at 11:59pm.Bids are no longer accepted in the HR Office; you must apply online. Applications are not transferable; do not apply to this posting if you are not interested in the featured vacancy and location.
The following materials must be submitted with your application by the posting closing date. Late applications and other materials will not be accepted.
1. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience). Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. This applies to all applicants.
2.If this position would be a voluntary demotion for you, you must attach letter acknowledging you applied for a voluntary demotion and acknowledgement of a reduction in pay.
It is also strongly encouraged that you attach your recent regular or probationary Employee Performance Review. If you have never had an EPR completed, it is encouraged that a statement to this effect be included with your application. Please note that if you are selected for this position, this information will be confirmed with your supervisor.
An electronic copy of your EPR can be obtained through ESS (www.myworkplace.pa.gov)
in the “Personal” section by clicking on “Official Personnel File.”
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Please use the contact information provided for additional information.
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 its 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.