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Corrections Officer Trainee SCI Cambridge Springs Female Only
Commonwealth of PA —Cambridge Springs, PA
- $23.49 an hour
- Overtime
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Erie County Government —Erie, PA
- From $21 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
Correctional Officer
Crawford County —Saegertown, PA
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Part-time Corrections Monitor
Gateway Rehabilitation Center Corp HQ —Erie, PA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- BLS Certification
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Corrections Officer Trainee
Pennsylvania Department of Corrections —Albion, PA
- From $23.49 an hour
- Overtime
- In person
- Psychology
- Military encouraged
- Fair chance
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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PRN Corrections Monitor
Gateway Rehabilitation Center Corp HQ —Erie, PA
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Pass drug screening
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Erie County Government —Erie, PA
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- Full-time
- Classroom
- Driver's License
- Pre-employment physical examination
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Corrections Officer Trainee SCI Cambridge Springs Female Only

Commonwealth of PA -
Cambridge Springs, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.49 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Internal mobility program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Military leave
Paid time off
Paid military leave
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Correctional facility patrol procedures
Physical security
Report preparation
Correctional facility incident response
Correctional facility report writing
Inmate count and tracking procedures
Emergency response readiness
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Entry level
Correctional contraband detection procedures

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

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 submit an application for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Cambridge Springs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides training and guided experience in the custody, supervision, and support of inmates in a state correctional facility. The role involves direct interaction with inmates and structured learning in essential security and counseling practices.

As a Corrections Officer Trainee, you will perform the following duties:

Inmate Contact: Interact with inmates and visitors in both direct and indirect situations
Maintain Security: Monitor inmate movement and activities in cellblocks, 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 where you will work a 40-hour work week with shifts to be determined, work any shift and work in all areas of the institution as assigned, work overtime as required by operation necessities and emergencies, work on weekends and holidays which occur during your normal work schedule, and report to work under adverse weather conditions
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
Training Participation: Participate in formalized instruction in the areas of 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/regulations
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 a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum
Salary: Starting hourly rate is $23.49; Shift differential is up to $1.25 per hour
Retirement: Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs
- Benefits Information

INTERVIEW PROCESS:
Interviews for these vacancies are scheduled for September 9, 2026. Please check your inbox and spam mail regularly as additional information regarding the interview process will be sent to the email address you utilized when applying for this vacancy. You must follow all instructions provided in notices to be considered for a vacancy.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Other Requirements:

This position requires compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act’s (“PREA”) limitations on cross gender viewing and searches of female inmates at SCI-Cambridge Springs. Facilitating the hiring of additional female Corrections Officers is necessary to ensure continued PREA compliance at SCI-Cambridge Springs.
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 System (CJIS) compliance requirements
Candidates must successfully complete a medical examination, psychological evaluation, and urinalysis screening for drugs.

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.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
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