Records Specialist 1 - SCI Laurel Highlands
About The Position
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Records Specialist 1 to work at the State Correctional Institution at Laurel Highlands. The position supports accurate inmate recordkeeping, identification, and movement by reviewing, updating, and sharing information with appropriate individuals and agencies. The role involves collecting and reviewing information from multiple sources; cross-referencing records and court documents; assisting with inmate interviews, photographs, and fingerprinting; entering approved record changes into tracking systems; relaying information to staff and partner agencies; and assisting with inmate transportation and release arrangements. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. Telework is not available. New Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees start at an annual salary of $41,506 before taxes. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required.
Requirements
- Two years of clerical or correctional custodial experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
- Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Collect and review information from multiple sources to maintain accurate and current inmate records.
- Cross-reference records, court documents, and related information to verify accuracy and support record updates.
- Assist with interviewing, photographing, and fingerprinting inmates; gather required information and explain procedures.
- Enter approved record changes into tracking systems and relay required information to staff and partner agencies.
- Assist with arrangements for inmate transportation and releases, confirming authorizations and identification requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
