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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania

Corrections Officer 3 - SCI Fayette

Job Description

Corrections Officer 3
  • SCI Fayette Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $57,272.00
  • $115,628.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, La Belle 50 Overlook Drive (Show on map) Aug 21, 2026 Salary $57,272.00
  • $115,628.
00 Annually Location Fayette County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number
CS-2026-56621-47230
Department Department of Corrections Division CR FYT Scy Opening Date 08/21/2026 Closing Date 9/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 47230 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit H3 Pay Group CM04 Bureau / Division Code 00112810 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution Fayette Worksite Address 50 Overlook Road City LaBelle, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15450 Contact Name Trisha Pratt Contact Phone 717.317.5339 Contact Email tpratt@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Do you want to make a strong impact by leading corrections officers and supporting a safe facility as a Corrections Officer 3 with the Department of Corrections? This role gives you the chance to manage staff, direct daily security activities, and help keep operations running smoothly at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. You will serve an important role in supervising officers and guiding inmate movement and behavior. Be part of a mission-driven team that values responsibility, communication, and fairness. Watch this video to see what the PA DOC has to offer you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position involves supervising officers, maintaining safe inmate movement, and overseeing daily security activities throughout the institution. You will support orderly operations by guiding staff, reviewing activities, and responding to concerns. As a Corrections Officer 3, you will perform the following duties:
Staff Supervision:
Direct and evaluate subordinate officers to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Security Oversight:
Organize daily schedules and monitor inmate movements during work, recreation, and meal periods
Facility Monitoring:
Conduct tours, observe inmate behavior, and report notable changes or concerns
Transport Management:
Oversee inmate transports, visitor searches, and vehicle inspections to prevent contraband and escape
Incident Review:
Investigate policy violations, recommend discipline, and participate in fact-finding sessions
Record Maintenance:
Prepare and submit required reports related to inmate activities, staff performance, and movement records Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment Work schedule is to be determined. Selected applicant will work a 40-hour work week with rotating days off. This position is eligible for retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Telework:
You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Corrections Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of experience in corrections security work in a Pennsylvania state or county corrections facility. (
Note:
Persons seeking employment under this option will be required to successfully complete, or have completed, a training program conducted by the Department of Corrections.)
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to
Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
  • 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.
To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Dental Insurance

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A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.

$61,662 / year median in Pennsylvania

+4% projected growth

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