Corrections Officer Trainee - SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Montgomery County, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corrections Officer Trainee receives hands-on training and guided experience in the custody, supervision, and support of inmates at a state correctional facility. The role involves direct interaction with inmates and visitors, maintaining safety and order, and learning essential security and counseling practices. Trainees participate in formal instruction covering sociology, psychology, court procedures, self-defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facility’s organizational structure. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour work week. Shifts are determined by the facility, and the employee may work any shift and in all areas of the institution as assigned. Overtime may be required for operational needs and emergencies. Employees may need to work weekends and holidays that fall within their normal work schedule and report during adverse weather. Telework is not available. Employer-provided uniforms are required, and promotion provisions are governed by a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum.

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 the application and required materials by the posting closing date; eligibility information must be provided in the application.
If claiming education in supplemental application answers, attach college transcripts; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

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.