This position serves as a Captain performing administrative and supervisory work in the care, custody, control, discipline, and non-professional counseling of inmates in a State Corrections Institution (SCI).
Work Schedule: To be determined. Selected applicant will work a 40-hour work week with rotating days off.
Distribution: This posting is open to current Department of Corrections employees only.
This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
This position is not eligible for telework.
30% Serves as a shift commander. Plans, organizes, and directs the care, custody, control, and safety of inmates on an assigned shift. Supervises subordinate officers and ensures that all assigned duties are within compliance of policies, procedures, and regulations governing all aspects of care, custody, and control of inmates in an institutional setting. Assigns work, approves leave, conducts performance reviews, and authorizes or approves overtime. Ensures all subordinate officers receive annual and mandatory training. Supervises the on-the-job training program for all Corrections Office Trainees assigned to the shift. Provides training to new subordinate staff, and ensures that Trainees are utilized at their appropriate level of training phase. Interprets rules, regulations, policies, and objectives of the institution for subordinates. Conducts interviews for prospective subordinate staff.
30% Conducts inspections of all areas in assigned zone to ensure all officers are alert and diligent in the performance of their duties. Monitors officers' assignments so that maximum effectiveness can be achieved with a minimum of personnel. Monitors all SCI operations, including overtime and leave usage, to ensure they are administered appropriately. Assumes accountability for compliance with accreditation standards for security and control. Investigates and reports all infractions of the rules and regulations to the Major of the Guard and initiates corrective disciplinary action for minor infractions and recommends corrective disciplinary action for other infractions to include major corrective disciplinary action or dismissal.
25% Develops procedures, rules, and regulations for unique situations, which are not guided by existing policies. Develops regulations and orders for security operations. Establishes standards relating to post duties (housing units, patrols, yard assignments, etc.). Implements emergency plans where appropriate and uses independent judgment during individual or Institution crises.
10% Coordinates transportation of inmates and staff trips with the Major of the Guard and Deputy Superintendent for Facilities Management.
5% Performs other related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Exercise care, custody, and control over inmates
2. Apply physical force and intervention when appropriate and necessary
3. Supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of subordinate officers
4. Direct facility operations according to established procedures
5. Perform physically demanding tasks, e.g. running, physical control of inmates
6. Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp
7. Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels
8. Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking
9. Spend prolonged periods of time working indoors as well as outdoors in all weather conditions
10. Work all shifts and posts (except those that require an active PA driver's license or equivalent)
11. Operate basic office equipment
12. Maintain an active PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent pursuant to post requirements
13. Work mandatory overtime, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification
14. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
15. Use and maintain various equipment and tools of the corrections profession
16. Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform
17. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
ORGANIZATION OR LOCATION RESTRICTIONS:
This posting is open to current Department of Corrections employees only.
RECRUITMENT METHODS:
Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
ELIGIBILITY - ALL APPLICANTS:
1. Meet the minimum experience and training (MET's) for the job:
Two years as a Corrections Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title);
or
Six years of experience in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility, including two years of supervisory experience. (Note: Persons seeking employment under this option will be required to 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:
The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit 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 or 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.
Work Schedule: To be determined. Selected applicant will work a 40-hour work week with rotating days off.
Distribution: This posting is open to current Department of Corrections employees only.
This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
This position is not eligible for telework.
30% Serves as a shift commander. Plans, organizes, and directs the care, custody, control, and safety of inmates on an assigned shift. Supervises subordinate officers and ensures that all assigned duties are within compliance of policies, procedures, and regulations governing all aspects of care, custody, and control of inmates in an institutional setting. Assigns work, approves leave, conducts performance reviews, and authorizes or approves overtime. Ensures all subordinate officers receive annual and mandatory training. Supervises the on-the-job training program for all Corrections Office Trainees assigned to the shift. Provides training to new subordinate staff, and ensures that Trainees are utilized at their appropriate level of training phase. Interprets rules, regulations, policies, and objectives of the institution for subordinates. Conducts interviews for prospective subordinate staff.
30% Conducts inspections of all areas in assigned zone to ensure all officers are alert and diligent in the performance of their duties. Monitors officers' assignments so that maximum effectiveness can be achieved with a minimum of personnel. Monitors all SCI operations, including overtime and leave usage, to ensure they are administered appropriately. Assumes accountability for compliance with accreditation standards for security and control. Investigates and reports all infractions of the rules and regulations to the Major of the Guard and initiates corrective disciplinary action for minor infractions and recommends corrective disciplinary action for other infractions to include major corrective disciplinary action or dismissal.
25% Develops procedures, rules, and regulations for unique situations, which are not guided by existing policies. Develops regulations and orders for security operations. Establishes standards relating to post duties (housing units, patrols, yard assignments, etc.). Implements emergency plans where appropriate and uses independent judgment during individual or Institution crises.
10% Coordinates transportation of inmates and staff trips with the Major of the Guard and Deputy Superintendent for Facilities Management.
5% Performs other related duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Exercise care, custody, and control over inmates
2. Apply physical force and intervention when appropriate and necessary
3. Supervise, evaluate, and direct the work of subordinate officers
4. Direct facility operations according to established procedures
5. Perform physically demanding tasks, e.g. running, physical control of inmates
6. Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp
7. Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels
8. Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking
9. Spend prolonged periods of time working indoors as well as outdoors in all weather conditions
10. Work all shifts and posts (except those that require an active PA driver's license or equivalent)
11. Operate basic office equipment
12. Maintain an active PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent pursuant to post requirements
13. Work mandatory overtime, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification
14. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
15. Use and maintain various equipment and tools of the corrections profession
16. Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform
17. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing
ORGANIZATION OR LOCATION RESTRICTIONS:
This posting is open to current Department of Corrections employees only.
RECRUITMENT METHODS:
Applicants must meet one of 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 qualify for reassignment).
- Voluntary Demotion
ELIGIBILITY - ALL APPLICANTS:
1. Meet the minimum experience and training (MET's) for the job:
Two years as a Corrections Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title);
or
Six years of experience in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility, including two years of supervisory experience. (Note: Persons seeking employment under this option will be required to 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 3
- Corrections Unit Manager
The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit 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 or 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.