Facility Safety Manager

THE POSITION

Are you interested in playing a vital role in safeguarding daily operations at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Somerset? If so, consider joining the Department of Corrections (DOC) as a Facility Safety Manager. This position gives you the opportunity to utilize your extensive background to plan, administer, and oversee comprehensive fire and safety programs at the facility. If you are passionate about protecting people and creating a safe environment, take your career up a notch with us!

As a Facility Safety Manager, you will be overseeing the total facility safety program, including accident and fire prevention and security. Your work involves annually reviewing and inspecting fire and safety equipment, developing and implementing facility safety policies, procedures, and training, and implementing accident and fire avoidance protocols and security measures to ensure the preservation of facility property and the safety of inmates, employees, and visitors.

You will also be responsible for compiling time‑sensitive reports, investigating accidents, and facilitating the monthly safety meetings.

• Reviewing the safety of community work sites
• Responding to inmate grievances
• Overseeing the use and distribution of chemicals within the facility
• Implementing environmental safety programs
• Acting as a liaison with the Department of Environment Protection (DEP) on inspections and incidents
• Overseeing asbestos abatement and lead paint removal

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch
• Telework:
  This position does not allow telework
• 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

• One year of professional experience in an organized accident prevention, fire prevention, environmental safety, or security program, plus a bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; the information required to determine eligibility 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

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans

• 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.