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Corrections Activities Specialist- SCI Greene
Corrections Activities Specialist- SCI GreeneCommonwealth Of Pennsylvania • Waynesburg, PA, United States
Corrections Activities Specialist- SCI Greene

Corrections Activities Specialist- SCI Greene

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania • Waynesburg, PA, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

THE POSITION

Are you a creative and enthusiastic professional eager to start the next chapter in your career where you can enrich the lives of others? The Department of Corrections is on the lookout for an engaged and highly motivated Corrections Activities Specialist. In this key role, you will design and oversee recreational and leisure programs for individuals incarcerated at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene. Apply today to take advantage of this opportunity and make a positive and meaningful impact through your work!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Activities Specialist for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for organizing, instructing and supervising inmate programs, leisure time activities, inmate work crews and sports within your assigned institution. Within this role, you will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and teaching programs at all levels of interest and ability in the areas of sports, games, creative and performing arts, and social recreation. This position coaches or assists in the coaching of various sports (basketball, soccer, power lifting, etc.) and demonstrates basic sports techniques and fitness equipment. You will have the opportunity to supervise inmate organizations and self help groups.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting public service career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

  • Full-time employment, 40 hour work week
  • Work hours are 12 : 00 PM to 8 : 30 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
  • 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 :

  • A bachelor's degree with major course work in recreation and physical education; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree / credit.
  • Other Requirements :

  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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