Entry-Level Corrections Records Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; La Belle (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in LaBelle, PA is seeking a Records Specialist 1 to maintain inmate records that guide decisions in the State Correctional Institution at Fayette. You will support staff, inmates, and others with clear documentation to ensure order and safety daily.

The role focuses on updating records, verifying accuracy, conducting court review, and providing intake support. Requires PA residency, basic training completion in Elizabethtown, and CJIS compliance.

Qualifications

• Two years of clerical or correctional custodial experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• You must meet PA residency requirements and complete basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.
• Background check and CJIS compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Record updates: collect information and verify accuracy across DOC, Pennsylvania Parole Board, Pennsylvania State Police, and court systems.
• Court review: examine court orders to identify actions related to release, confinement changes, or credit adjustments.
• Intake support: assist with interviewing, photographing, and fingerprinting inmates while explaining policies.
• Transport assistance: help coordinate inmate transport arrangements and verify required authorization and identity.
• Other duties: perform additional tasks to support records accuracy and daily operations.

Skills

Clerical experience

Education

Basic training (Elizabethtown, PA)

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in LaBelle, PA is seeking a Records Specialist 1 to maintain inmate records that guide decisions in the State Correctional Institution at Fayette. You will support staff, inmates, and others with clear documentation to ensure order and safety daily.

The role focuses on updating records, verifying accuracy, conducting court review, and providing intake support. Requires PA residency, basic training completion in Elizabethtown, and CJIS compliance.