Corrections Officer Trainee - SCI Coal Township

Salary: $47,925.00 Annually

Location: Northumberland County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Join the Department of Corrections as a Corrections Officer Trainee and begin a career that makes a real difference. This role offers hands‑on training and steady support as you learn how to maintain safety and order within a state correctional facility. You will build strong skills, gain confidence, and help support the well‑being of inmates and staff. If you have a strong dedication to public service and want to help keep the public safe, we encourage you to apply for the State Correctional Institution at Coal Township.

• Inmate Contact: Interact with inmates and visitors in both direct and indirect situations.
• Maintain Security: Monitor inmate movement and activities in cell blocks, housing units, work areas, dining spaces, and recreation areas to maintain security.
• Observation: Make periodic and unannounced rounds, conduct head counts, complete security checks, and report unusual situations to a Corrections Officer.
• Work Schedule: Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week with shift rotation, work any shift, all areas of the institution as assigned, overtime as required, including weekends and holidays, and report to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Telework: This position does not allow telework.
• Training Participation: Participate in formal instruction in sociology, psychology, court procedures, self‑defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facility's organizational structure.
• Provide Guidance: Offer advice and guidance to inmates adjusting and participating in correctional processes and agency rules.
• Prepare Reports: Write and complete detailed reports.
• Respond to Emergencies: Act quickly and safely during emergency situations.
• Uniforms: Wear employer‑provided uniforms.
• Union Membership: Follow promotion provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Salary: Starting hourly rate is $22.97; shift differential up to $1.25 per hour.
• Retirement: Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet CJIS compliance requirements.
• Must successfully complete a medical examination, psychological evaluation, and urinalysis screening for drugs.

• Health coverage.
• Vision.
• Dental.
• Wellness programs.
• Retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Union membership provisions.

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed. Provide all required information on the application form. Late applications and missing materials will not be accepted.

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.