Administration and Management Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cumberland County, PA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want the next chapter in your career to begin by learning from and working with a team of people dedicated to improving the lives of others? The Department of Corrections (DOC) Human Resource (HR) Office is seeking an Administration and Management Trainee with excellent communication skills, exceptional work ethic, and a readiness to learn. In this 12-month, on-the-job training program, you will discover what it takes to provide talent planning services and talent acquisition actions, as part of the Talent Management Division in the DOC HR Office. Join our team, experience the satisfaction of public service, and enjoy opportunities to grow in your career with us!

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree, including 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 15 credits in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the entire hiring process for assigned facilities by providing technical advice, support, and guidance to help fill vacancies and ensure a cohesive and consistent approach to hiring activities in alignment with agency policy.
• Research and evaluate data to determine the best strategies for attracting qualified candidates and provide technical guidance to hiring managers about the options and resources available.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of interviews; provide examples and guidance to ensure all questions are work-related and appropriate; and help managers navigate selection processes.
• Explain application and hiring processes to both internal and external candidates, help identify opportunities for employment and upward mobility, and facilitate onboarding activities.
• Compare pay scales and requirements to provide hiring managers with pay placement options that ensure employees are compensated in compliance with appropriate processes, procedures, and union contracts.
• Verify and coordinate final hiring steps including background checks, enterprise position action request (ePAR) processing, and candidate notifications.
• Review and analyze complaints related to employment or promotion practices; respond to emails and phone calls regarding this and other guidance, support, contact, and analysis provided in this role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level