Criminal Justice System Specialist 2

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 to support statewide sheriff training programs and certification processes, enhancing training quality across the state. You will work within a team that values accuracy, communication, and collaboration to strengthen program operations and compliance.

You will coordinate with the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriffs Education and Training Board and the Bureau of Training Services, contributing to curriculum development and

Qualifications

• One year as a Criminal Justice System Specialist 1.
• Two years of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a bachelor’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field.
• One year of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Sheriff Liaison: Communicate with sheriffs and deputies through calls, correspondence, site visits, and personnel reviews.
• Contractor Evaluation: Monitor training contractors, observe instruction, resolve program issues, and support quality standards.
• Curriculum Development: Assist with building training curricula and review materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with program needs.
• Needs Assessment: Use questionnaires, interviews, job reviews, and job task analysis methods to support training evaluations.
• Contract Management: Prepare work statements, process purchase order documents, and review related invoices for approval.
• Record Systems: Maintain hardcopy and computer-based training records, oversee certification card processes, and recommend improvements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field

Master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field

Job description

The Commission on Crime and Delinquency is seeking a motivated Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 who brings energy and commitment to statewide sheriff training programs. This position gives you the chance to support essential certification processes and strengthen training quality across Pennsylvania. You will work with dedicated professionals who value accuracy, communication, and teamwork. Step into a role where your efforts help improve programs that make a meaningful difference.

This position supports the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriffs Education and Training Board and the Bureau of Training Services. The role ensures that training programs, certification activities, and program operations are organized, accurate, and aligned with statewide requirements. As a Criminal Justice System Specialist 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Sheriff Liaison: Communicate with sheriffs and deputies through calls, correspondence, site visits, and personnel reviews
• Contractor Evaluation: Monitor training contractors, observe instruction, resolve program issues, and support quality standards
• Curriculum Development: Assist with building training curricula and review materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with program needs
• Needs Assessment: Use questionnaires, interviews, job reviews, and job task analysis methods to support training evaluations
• Contract Management: Prepare work statements, process purchase order documents, and review related invoices for approval
• Record Systems: Maintain hardcopy and computer-based training records, oversee certification card processes, and recommend improvements

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Criminal Justice System Specialist 1;
• Two years of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a bachelor’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field;
• One year of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a master’s degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field;
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods:

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Promotion Without Exam
  • Reassignment(Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualify for reassignment)
  • Voluntary Demotion

Promotion Without Examination (PWOE):

• Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in the following classification:
  • Criminal Justice System Specialist 1
• Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
• The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
• Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
• Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower class by the posting closing date with no break in service.

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.