Corrections Officer Trainee - SCI Albion

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Erie County, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corrections Officer Trainee receives hands-on training and guided experience in the custody, supervision, and support of inmates in a state correctional facility. The role includes direct interaction with inmates and structured learning in security and counseling practices. The position is based at the State Correctional Institution at Albion and supports the safety and well-being of inmates and staff. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Shifts are determined by the employer, and the trainee may work any shift and in all areas of the institution as assigned. Overtime is required as operational needs and emergencies dictate. The employee must work weekends and holidays that fall during their normal work schedule and report under adverse weather conditions. Telework is not available. Employer-provided uniforms are worn, and promotion provisions are governed by a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum. The starting hourly rate is $23.49, with a shift differential of up to $1.25 per hour. The position offers eligibility for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55 and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required.

Requirements

Successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
Be able to perform the essential job functions.
Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Successfully complete a medical examination, psychological evaluation, and drug urinalysis screening.
Submit an application and required materials by the posting closing date; resumes, cover letters, and similar documents are not considered in determining eligibility.

Responsibilities

Interact with inmates and visitors in direct and indirect situations.
Monitor inmate movement and activities in cellblocks, housing units, work areas, dining spaces, and recreation areas to maintain security.
Make periodic and unannounced rounds, conduct head counts and security checks, and report unusual situations to a Corrections Officer.
Participate in formalized instruction in sociology, psychology, court procedures, self-defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facility’s organizational structure.
Offer advice and guidance to inmates adjusting to and participating in correctional processes and agency rules and regulations.
Write and complete detailed reports.
Respond quickly and safely during emergency situations.