Corrections Employment and Vocational Assistant - SCI Mercer
About The Position
As a Corrections Employment and Vocational Assistant with the Department of Corrections (DOC) at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer, you will take an active role in moving inmate employment activities forward. This position brings steady variety and keeps you engaged with many different tasks throughout the day. You will grow your skills while helping important processes stay organized and on track. Bring your energy to a role where your work truly makes a difference. This position supports daily operations within the Inmate Employment office and assists with re-entry tasks as assigned. The role involves data entry, record maintenance, communication with staff, and coordination of employment-related activities.
Requirements
- Three years of clerical experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- 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
- Enter work assignments, class enrollments, and participation updates into required systems
- Maintain information for identification documents, applications, and employment history
- Prepare, update, and organize inmate employment files, questionnaires, and waiting lists
- Communicate with work supervisors regarding hires, payroll, progress reports, and job changes
- Close out departing inmate records and assist with Inmate Idleness Committee Meetings
- Assist with audits and verify information for accuracy and completeness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
