Corrections Mail Inspector - SCI Waymart

Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a deep passion for enhancing public safety? The Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated Corrections Mail Inspector to join our team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Waymart. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the processing of all incoming and outgoing mail, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of both inmates and staff within the facility. Apply today to embark on a rewarding career in public service and make a meaningful impact in protecting our community!

In this position, you will be entrusted with the handling of all incoming and outgoing mail. Your duties will involve meticulously inspecting letters and packages sent to inmates to identify and prevent the introduction of prohibited items. You will have the authority to refuse inbound items if they are improperly addressed or if there is reasonable suspicion that they may contain contraband. Attention to detail is essential as you examine and search each item, ensuring compliance with mailroom procedures and United States Postal Service regulations. Additionally, you will transport items using handcarts and dollies to distribution points, maintain logs of inmate property sent to the property office, and stay up to date with any procedural changes affecting mail processing and delivery.

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-hour work week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 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 $39,785.00 (before taxes).
• 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:

• Two years of clerical experience, including one year in the field of corrections; or
• Any combination of experience and/or training which provides the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must possess a valid driver's license that is not under suspension.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

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

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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.

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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.