Top 6 Correctional officer Jobs in Dauphin Pa

Corrections Community Center Monitor (Harrisburg CCC)
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
- $41,999 - $80,389 a year
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
Dauphin County —Harrisburg, PA
- From $54,080 a year
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- On-the-job training
Correctional Officer - LCCF-Jail
Lebanon County —Lebanon County, PA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
Correctional Officer - Full Time - Prison
Cumberland County —Carlisle, PA
- From $22 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Juvenile Justice Specialist Trainee Loysville Youth Development Center
Commonwealth of PA —Loysville, PA
- $20.80 - $27.15 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
- Free parking
- Paid parental leave
Correctional Officer
The State of Oklahoma —United States
- $44,680.90 - $46,924.80 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English

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Corrections Community Center Monitor (Harrisburg CCC)
Commonwealth of PA —Harrisburg, PA
Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Visitor Assistance: Provide guidance to visitors, address concerns, and serve as a point-…
$41,999 - $80,389 a year
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Juvenile Justice Specialist North Central Secure Treatment Unit, Montour County
Commonwealth of PA —Danville, PA
Two years of experience in the care, custody, activities, or personal guidance of adolescents or adults in a human services or social services program, law…
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Corrections Community Center Monitor (Harrisburg CCC)

Commonwealth of PA -
Harrisburg, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$41,999 - $80,389 a year
1 day 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

Visitor query response
Physical security log maintenance
Observational assessments for behavioral monitoring
Public safety procedures
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Security
Physical safety enforcement
1 year
Entry level
Correctional contraband detection procedures
Law enforcement

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a meaningful public service career where you can help individuals rebuild their futures through steady guidance as they work toward positive change? As a Corrections Community Center Monitor with the Department of Corrections, you support a safe and structured environment for reentrants at the Harrisburg Corrections Community Center (CCC). This role gives you the opportunity to promote responsible behavior, maintain security, and encourage definitive daily routines. Become part of a mission-driven team that values safety, respect, and personal growth.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the safety and stability of the Harrisburg Corrections Community Center by overseeing daily operations and guiding reentrants as they work toward successful community reintegration. The role focuses on maintaining security, providing direction, and ensuring that center activities run smoothly. As a Corrections Community Center Monitor, you will perform the following duties:

Safety Oversight: Maintain security within the center, observe reentrant behavior, and monitor movement throughout the facility
Behavior Monitoring: Document observations, issue misconducts, and support reentrants in making responsible adjustments
Search Procedures: Conduct searches of reentrants, property, and living areas to identify and control contraband
Orientation Support: Provide information on center policies, assign rooms and duties, and complete destination checks
Visitor Assistance: Provide guidance to visitors, address concerns, and serve as a point-of-contact for law enforcement partners
Record Maintenance: Manage logs, inventories, and registers to ensure accurate documentation of daily operations

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 hours per week
Community Corrections Centers are staffed by three work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $41,999.00 (before taxes).
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

Additional Requirements:

You must be willing and able to work in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
You must have the ability to work different shifts or irregular scheduled hours.
Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Two (2) years of experience performing public safety or security work. (Examples of qualifying experience include but are not limited to public safety or security work involving protection of persons and/or property and maintaining required security through enforcement of rules, regulations, and laws; public safety or security work in a correctional setting, juvenile, or adult development/detention center, law enforcement entity, or military security experience)
One (1) year of work experience providing direction/guidance to individuals. (Examples of qualifying work experience include but are not limited to performing as a lead worker or supervisor assigning and evaluating work tasks, providing informal counseling, or giving orders in the Military)

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).
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.

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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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