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Administrative Officer 1

Salary

$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

Luzerne County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-30044

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR DAL Ad

Opening Date

07/18/2025

Closing Date

7/22/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

08630

Position Number

00078363

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00112600

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Dallas

Worksite Address

1000 Follies Road

City

Dallas, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18612

Contact Name

Treina Brinkley

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced and challenging environment and is passionate about making a positive impact in the field of corrections, then this Administrative Officer position at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Dallas is the perfect opportunity for you. As an Administrative Officer, you will play a crucial role in providing program coordination and administrative support. Your attention to detail and strong administrative skills will be essential in maintaining the high standards set by the department. Do not miss out on this chance to make a difference—apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Administrative Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Correctional Superintendent Assistant (CSA) and the overall correctional facility. Your duties will include providing program coordination and administrative assistance, as well as coordinating inmate grievances. Your responsibilities will also include collecting, recording, assigning, reviewing, and researching inmate grievances. Additionally, you will assist the CSA in maintaining American Correctional Association accreditation, overseeing operations inspections, and providing other administrative support. Your work will be essential to the smooth and efficient functioning of the correctional facility.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00078363) .

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 will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and bachelor's degree;or

+ Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

+ Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

+ You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on 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.

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.

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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-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

How many years of full-time experience do you possess in varied office management or staff work?

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree or higher? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer “Yes” to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingand clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitand click on Other Information.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you answered NO to the above question, how much college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 120 credits or more

+ 90 but less than 120 credits

+ 60 but less than 90 credits

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov