Records Specialist 1 - SCI Mahanoy
About The Position
As a Records Specialist 1 with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you will play an important part in keeping inmate information correct and accessible. This position allows you to build experience with data, documentation, and secure processes. You will support smooth facility operations through accurate recordkeeping and clear communication. Join a role where your attention to detail helps maintain order and efficiency every day. This position supports the maintenance and verification of inmate records for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy. It involves gathering information, reviewing documents, and ensuring proper handling of key data.
Requirements
- Two years of clerical or correctional custodial experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- 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
- Collect information from multiple sources to update inmate records and validate accuracy
- Examine court orders and related materials to determine appropriate actions for release or confinement changes
- Interview, photograph, and fingerprint inmates to support accurate identification throughout confinement
- Arrange and verify authorization for inmate transfers and releases while confirming identities of receiving officials
- Relay required information to inmates, staff, and partner agencies to ensure proper processing of records
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
