Corrections Officer Trainee - State Correctional institution at Chester
Department of Corrections
- Agency: Department of Corrections
- Location: PA
- Type: Full-Time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-01-18
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Corrections Officer Trainee - State Correctional institution at Chester
Salary
$47,925.00 Annually
Location
Delaware County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-39816-47200
Department
Department of Corrections
Division
CR CHS Scy
Opening Date
01/16/2026
Closing Date
1/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
47200
Position Number
Multiple positions will be filled from this posting.
Union
PSCOA
Bargaining Unit
H1
Pay Group
CO34
Bureau / Division Code
00112210
Bureau / Division
SCI Chester
Worksite Address
500 East Fourth Street
City
Chester, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19013
Contact Name
Jessica Canzoneri
Contact Phone
717-280-1095
Contact Email
jcanzoneri@pa.gov
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THE POSITION
Are you looking for more than just a job, but the start of a successful career? If you have a strong dedication to public service and want to help keep the public safe, we encourage you to submit an application for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Chester.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Corrections Officer Trainee participates in formal training sessions and on-the-job assignments to develop skills and techniques in the custody and supervision of inmates in a state correctional facility. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a corrections officer. Work in this position involves the care, custody, control, and non-professional counseling of inmates. Duties and other information for this position include:Direct and indirect contact with inmates and visitors.Directing inmates and maintaining security in cellblocks, housing units, cottages, work areas, dining, and recreation areas, by monitoring the movement and activities of inmates.Observing inmates and inmate behavior by making periodic and unannounced rounds, head counts, and security checks, and reporting anything unusual to a corrections officer.Work a 40-hour work week with shifts to be determined, work any shift and work in all areas of the institution as assigned, work overtime as required by operation necessities and emergencies, work on those weekends and holidays which occur during your normal work schedule, and report to work under adverse weather conditions.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Participating in formalized instruction in the areas of sociology, psychology, court procedures, self-defense, leadership, custodial responsibilities, and the facility’s organizational structure.Providing advice and guidance in assisting inmates in their adjustment to and participating in correctional processes and the Department's rules and regulations.Prepare written reports.Respond to emergency situations.Uniforms provided.Full-time employment.Starting hourly rate is $22.97.Shift differential is up to $1.25 per hour.Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.This is a union position and is subject to the promotion provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum.Comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Benefits Information.INTERVIEW PROCESS:Interviews for these vacancies are scheduled for February 17 and 18, 2026. Please check your inbox and spam mail regularl