Corrections Officer Trainee: Training & Benefits

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Vision

Dental

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer Trainee at the State Correctional Institution Waymart to begin a career dedicated to safety and order. This role provides hands-on training within a state facility, learning custody, security, and counseling basics while interacting with inmates and staff.

The selected candidate will participate in formal training and complete required screenings for CJIS compliance, with full-time shifts and a starting

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Interact with inmates and visitors in both direct and indirect situations.
• Monitor inmate movement and activities to maintain security.
• Make periodic rounds, conduct head counts, complete security checks, and report unusual situations.

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer Trainee at the State Correctional Institution Waymart to begin a career dedicated to safety and order. This role provides hands-on training within a state facility, learning custody, security, and counseling basics while interacting with inmates and staff.

The selected candidate will participate in formal training and complete required screenings for CJIS compliance, with full-time shifts and a starting