Corrections Library Assistant - SCI Frackville
About The Position
This role supports daily library operations and helps maintain a safe, organized environment for inmates and staff. As a Corrections Library Assistant, you will perform the following duties: Library Operations: Monitor daily activities and assist patrons with finding and using library materials. Worker Oversight: Guide inmate workers, review attendance, and help with training and scheduling. Service Coordination: Manage call-outs, track inmate accountability, and support housing unit library services. Material Circulation: Process interlibrary loans, check requests against restrictions, and assist with copying needs. Daily Communication: Answer questions from inmates and staff and provide helpful information. Collection Support: Recommend new books and periodicals to strengthen the library collection.
Requirements
- Two years of clerical experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Meet the PA residency requirement.
- Successful completion of the training academy in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Monitor daily activities and assist patrons with finding and using library materials
- Guide inmate workers, review attendance, and help with training and scheduling
- Manage call-outs, track inmate accountability, and support housing unit library services
- Process interlibrary loans, check requests against restrictions, and assist with copying needs
- Answer questions from inmates and staff and provide helpful information
- Recommend new books and periodicals to strengthen the library collection
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
