
Results-driven corrections leader known for exceptional problem-solving and effective communication. Experience in directing security operations, mentoring new staff, and ensuring adherence to policies. Dedicated to creating a compliant and secure environment in community corrections settings.
(30%)- Directs subordinates and ensures that all assigned duties are within compliance of policies, procedures and regulations governing all aspects of care, custody and control of reentrants in a Community Corrections setting. Plans, organizes, assigns and monitors Community Corrections Center Monitor (CCCM) duties. Conducts inspections of all facility areas to ensure all CCCMs are alert and diligent in the performance of their duties. Monitors CCCM assignments so that maximum effectiveness can be achieved with a minimum of personnel. Conducts semi-annual and annual employee performance evaluations as needed. Assists in the hiring process of subordinate staff. Provides training to new subordinate staff to include on-boarding and on the job training (OJT). Interprets rules, regulations, policies and objectives of the facility for subordinates. Completes EPR’s and Progress Reviews for all CCCM’s assigned to facility as necessary. (30%)- Conducts daily tours of reentrant areas and addresses any concerns. Monitors the surveillance of the facility Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) system to ensure all equipment is functioning as designed. Reports any issues with malfunctioning security equipment. Reports any observed changes in the personality, demeanor or attitude of reentrants. Participates in infraction hearings as necessary. Maintains and submits all necessary records/reports regarding reentrant activities and incidents. (10%)- Participates in Operations (OPS) inspections/Audits as necessary. Assists in maintaining facility compliance with Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) regulations. Maintains a positive relationship with assigned Community Contract Facilities as it relates to security. (10%)- Supervises, investigates and participates in fact-finding sessions concerning violations of the Department of Corrections and facility policies, directives and procedures by subordinate staff. Issues discipline up to a written reprimand or recommend further disciplinary action to the supervisors. Participates in pre-disciplinary conferences and recommends discipline as needed. Investigates grievances and presents at Step 1. (5%)- Participates as a member of the facility management team. (5%)- Prudently acts in crisis intervention and prevention according to established procedures. (5%)- Attends Quarterly Commissioned Officer Meetings. (5%)- Performs other related duties.
(60%)- Provides guidance, direction and supervision to Community Corrections Center Monitors (CCCM) in security policies and procedures. Provides security oversight and assistance at Community Corrections Centers (CCC) and Community Contract Facilities (CCF). Provides response and direction to extraordinary occurrences and critical incidents occurring at CCCs and CCFs throughout the Commonwealth. Serves as the bureau’s security liaison for information gathering and exchange with CCCs, CCFs, State Correctional Institutions (SCI) and Parole and other Law Enforcement agencies. Makes notifications in accordance with current policy and procedures (20%)- Oversees scheduling, ensuring facilities are staffed appropriately. (5%)- Supervises, investigates and participates in fact-findings sessions concerning violations of the Department of Corrections and institutional policies, directives and procedures by subordinate staff. Issues discipline up to a written reprimand or recommends further disciplinary action to the supervisors. Participates in pre-disciplinary conferences and recommend discipline, as needed. (5%)- Attends quarterly commissioned officer’s meetings. (5%)- Coordinate State Intermediate Punishment (SIP)/State Drug Treatment Program (SDTP) transports as necessary and provide notification in accordance with current policy and procedure. (5%)- Performs other related duties.
Responsible for coordinating and instructing within a diverse training team courses at institutions, county prisons and the Training Academy, as contained within the Basic Training Program and various other specialized training courses. Develop, prepare, review, and revise lesson plans, handouts, etc. for the various courses instructed at the Academy and/or in the field. Function as a Group Leader as part of a training team. This includes, but is not limited to, conducting daily trainee roll call, completes daily performance assessments, uniform inspections, serves as first point of contact in the trainees' chain of command and when required, conducts informal coaching/counseling sessions. Orientate new trainees concerning emergencies, medical procedures, academy housing, procedures within the basic training program and provide guidance. Report non-compliance of Department and/or Academy rules and regulations, as per established procedures. Function as Program Coordinator for assigned courses. This will include coordinating, requesting, monitoring and evaluating assigned adjunct instructors. Serve as a proctor for the weekly written/computerized examinations and program evaluations, while maintaining the confidentiality of testing material. Perform Control Desk duties as assigned. This includes, but is not limited to screening of incoming calls, issuance of keys, security equipment and/or vehicles, maintaining logs, performing inventory of equipment assigned to an area, etc. Prepare requisition requests for needed training supplies and equipment. Provide input and support for the review and revision of the Basic Training Program. Selected candidate will be required to participate in designated Instructor Courses for courses taught within Basic Training. Deliver Basic and Specialized Training sessions as scheduled, following approved course material, and using best practices for adult learning and classroom management. Support subject-matter expert instructors with classroom management. Act as a lead for Academy adjunct instructors when you accompany the in Basic and Specialized training sessions. Attend required mandatory and developmental training courses and meet annual mandatory training hours. Report all injuries occurring in training immediately and as per established procedures. Take immediate action to remedy any actions that may jeopardize the security or safety of the Training Academy. Assist Basic Training Supervisor, Instructors, and Sergeants assigned to the Basic Training Unit in the maintenance, review, revision and development of forms, tests, handbooks, inventories, lesson plans and equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Directs subordinate Corrections Officers or performs other specialized work involving the custody, supervisions and non-professional counseling of inmates on an assigned shift. Ensures security is maintained within an assigned area. Exercise care, custody, and control over inmates Apply physical force and intervention when appropriate and necessary Direct the work of subordinate officers Perform physically demanding tasks, e.g. running, physical control of inmates Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking Spend prolonged periods of time working indoors as well as outdoors in all weather conditions Work all shifts and posts (except those that require an active PA driver’s license or equivalent) Operate basic office equipment Maintain an active PA driver’s license or equivalent that is specific to the class and type of vehicle to be operated pursuant to post requirements Work mandatory overtime in compliance with provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification Maintain regular and reliable attendance Use and maintain various equipment and tools of the corrections profession Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform Effectively communicate verbally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships Hear and identify sounds (voices, whistle, buzzer, lock release, scuffling, sudden quiet) Visually observe inmates’ activities Administer emergency medical assistance to inmates and staff Provide in service and on the job training Attend and participate in all mandatory training and/or testing Maintain weapons qualifications in accordance with DOC Policy 5.1.1, Section 7 Travel as required
Directs inmate activities and maintains security in cell blocks, housing units, cottages, work areas, dining and recreation areas. Observes inmates from towers, in corridors or in visiting areas, searches visitors, moves groups of inmates from one area of an institution to another, patrols assigned areas. Provides advice and guidance in assisting inmates in their adjustment to and participating in correctional processes and the Department's rules and regulations. Work varies from duties where there is direct involvement with inmates to work where there is limited contact with inmates and visitors.