Parole Agent 1 - Delaware County, PA, United States - Commonwealth of PA

Commonwealth of PA
Commonwealth of PA
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Delaware County, PA, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

THE POSITION:


  • Begin a rewarding career in public safety and become a Parole Agent 1 The Parole Board strives to create a just, efficient and transparent parole process that is respectful of all persons, and operates with integrity and without bias. If you want to make a difference and assist inmates with the parole process, then join our team today

NOTE:
Senate Bill 411 merged the Department of Corrections and the Board of Probation and Parole. This position is within the Department of Corrections.


DESCRIPTION OF WORK:


Work Schedule and Additional Information:


  • Fulltime employment, 40 hours per week
  • Work schedule and hours are to be determined.
  • Holidays and weekends as required.
  • You must be willing to travel.
  • This posting could be used to fill multiple positions within SCI Chester, 500 E. 4th Street, Chester PA Delaware County).
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Salary:_ _**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

  • This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY:


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:


  • Four years of paraprofessional experience which includes two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience;
    or:
  • Two years of paraprofessional social services, human services, corrections, or law enforcement experience, and an associate's degree;_ _
    or:
  • A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, legal studies, political science, behavioral science, or a related field;
    or:
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirements:


  • All positions require possession of an active noncommercial Pennsylvania Class C driver's license or equivalent.
  • All employees must obtain CLEAN certification within two months of employment and maintain this certification for the duration of employment in this job.

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.
  • You must successfully complete a training program at the Training Academy in Elizabethtown, PA that is up to nine (9) weeks.
  • You must participate in training programs including firearms, defensive tactics, and personal safety techniques.
  • You must be willing to wear, carry, and use protective devices such as ballistic vests and pepper spray.
  • You will work independently and encounter potentially dangerous situations working in neighborhoods, offenders' homes, and prisons.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:


  • You must pass a background investigation.
  • A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
  • A conditional offer of employment will require Act 57 clearance.

How to Apply:


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.


EXAMINATION INFORMATION:


  • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
  • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.

  • You may only apply/test
    once for this posting.
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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
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-o
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