Community Corrections Center Director 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Montgomery County, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Community Corrections Center Director 1 who is ready to guide staff, strengthen programs, and advance efficient operations within Region 1 facilities. This position allows you to oversee vital services, reinforce community connections, and lead emergency and security responses. Your commitment to effective leadership will help reentrants access the opportunities and structure they need to succeed. Step into this meaningful role, take the lead, and help drive positive change for the facility and the broader community every day. This position oversees the full operation of 24-hour contracted facilities, ensuring safe practices, strong leadership, and consistent program standards across community corrections.

Requirements

Two years as a Corrections Counselor 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
Three years as a Corrections Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
One year as a Corrections Officer 4 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of professional corrections security, counseling, or casework experience involving criminal offenders in a correctional facility.
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
Must meet the PA residency requirement.
Must be able to perform essential job functions.
Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to treatment, security, food service, mid-level managers, and administrative personnel while building positive working relationships
Conduct announced and unannounced inspections, monitor security and treatment operations, and ensure compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA), Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), and DOC standards
Develop and enforce rules and expectations for reentrants, promote access to services, and engage community leaders and employers to support reentry opportunities
Direct emergency response efforts, serve as Incident Commander, and ensure updated plans and staff readiness for security, medical, and operational events
Administer disciplinary hearings, supervise transfers and returns, oversee security equipment, and direct drug interdiction and intelligence efforts
Ensure accurate and timely reporting, address deficiencies, and help develop and implement policies affecting community corrections