Corrections Unit Manager - State Correctional Institution at Albion

Corrections Unit Manager - State Correctional Institution at Albion

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Corrections Unit Manager - State Correctional Institution at Albion

Salary

$59,942.00 - $121,011.00 Annually

Location

Erie County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-39134-47470

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR ALB Scy

Opening Date

12/24/2025

Closing Date

1/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

47470

Position Number

00202581

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

H3

Pay Group

CM05

Bureau / Division Code

00111210

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Albion

Worksite Address

10745 Route 18

City

Albion, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16475

Contact Name

Maria Traficante

Contact Phone

717-705-9033

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

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THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections is looking for a detailed oriented person to coordinate and direct the security and treatment programs within housing units at State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Albion. Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Corrections Unit Manager for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of unit programs for your assigned Institution.

You will be responsible for developing and revising Unit Mission Statements, Operational Goals, Objectives, and Procedures in conjunction with Leadership. You will be supervising a multi-disciplinary staff and implementing the overall unit program. You will be providing training, performance appraisals, and professional development for all personnel assigned to the unit, including Corrections Officers. You will be managing unit resources and providing input on budget development. You will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring overall unit security and being accessible and responsive to the concerns of both staff and inmates.

If you have the required experience and are looking to start a meaningful public service career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description ( .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

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

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

• 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:

• Three years of professional experience in a correctional institution/facility in correctional security, treatment, quasi-judicial hearings or counseling ;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years of professional experience in a correctional institution/facility in correctional security, treatment, quasi-judicial hearings or counseling.

Other Requirements:

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

• 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 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 willnot 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.

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 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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

• 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.

• Your results will be provided via email.

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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.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

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How many years of full-time professional experience in a correctional institution/facility in correctional security, treatment, quasi-judicial hearings, or counseling do you possess?

• 3 years or more

• 2 but less than 3 years

• 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 experience must also 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

How much graduate coursework have you completed in correctional administration, criminal justice, law enforcement or police science, behavioral sciences?

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 visiting clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

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.

• 30 credits or more

• Less than 30 credits

• None

  04

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in an approved Temporary Working Out of Class (TWOC) capacity in which you feel you gained qualifying experience toward meeting the minimum experience and training requirements for this job title?

• Yes

• No

  05

In order for this TWOC experience to be considered in the eligibility determination, you must attach the official TWOC report which provides the total hours worked in the Acting capacity, which can be obtained by contacting your Human Resources Office and requesting the official TWOC report. Please also provide the following required information. Failure to provide the required information, including the official TWOC report, will result in your TWOC assignment not being considered in the evaluation of eligibility.

• Job Code/Classification held while working in the approved out-of-class assignment

• Name of HR Office employee from which the official TWOC report was obtained.

  06

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (

• Yes

  07

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - TREATMENT PROGRAMS

Coordinates and implements treatment programs for an assigned correctional housing unit. This involves utilizing current approved curriculum to ensure inmates receive and complete treatment recommended to meet re-entry needs. Makes recommendations for additional treatment as necessary during incarceration periods.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience COORDINATING AND IMPLEMENTING treatment programs for an assigned correctional housing unit. This involved utilizing current approved curriculum to ensure inmates received and completed treatment recommended to meet re-entry needs, AND making recommendations for additional treatment as necessary during incarceration periods.

• B. I have experience IMPLEMENTING treatment programs for an assigned correctional housing unit. This involved utilizing current approved curriculum to ensure inmates received and completed treatment recommended to meet re-entry needs, AND making recommendations for additional treatment as necessary.

• C. I have experience IMPLEMENTING treatment programs for an assigned correctional housing unit. This involved utilizing current approved curriculum to ensure inmates received and completed treatment recommended to meet re-entry needs.

• D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

  08

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

• Details regarding your experience coordinating and/or implementing treatment programs

• Examples of the types of recommendations you made for additional treatment for inmates

  09

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - SECURITY PROGRAMS

Plans, coordinates, and implements security programs for an assigned correctional housing unit. This involves adhering to correctional institution policy to ensure care, custody, and control of inmates. Intervenes physically in the care, custody, or control of inmates when appropriate or necessary.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience PLANNING, COORDINATING, AND IMPLEMENTING security programs in accordance with institution policy for an assigned correctional housing unit. I have intervened physically in the care, custody, or control of inmates when appropriate or necessary.

• B. I have experience COORDINATING OR IMPLEMENTING security programs in accordance with institution policy for an assigned correctional housing unit. I have intervened physically in the care, custody, or control of inmates when appropriate or necessary.

• C. I have successfully completed training related to this work behavior such as correctional training program courses related to security such as Security Analysis or Vulnerability Assessment.

• D. I have NO training or experience related to this work behavior.

  10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

• Details regarding your experience planning, coordinating, and/or implementing security programs

  11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to correctional training programs, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• Facility

• Course Title

  12

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - FORMAL INMATE INTERVIEWS

Leads formal interviews with the unit team and inmates to gather information required to make recommendations for inmates' parole, outside clearances, or involvement in requested privileges. Refers recommendation to the superintendent for final approval.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience LEADING formal interviews with the unit team and inmates to gather information required to make recommendations for inmates' parole, outside clearances, or involvement in requested privileges.

• B. I have experience providing information pertaining to inmates during formal interviews regarding recommendations for inmates' parole, outside clearances, or involvement in requested privileges.

• C. I have successfully completed training related to parole, outside clearances, or requested privileges such as Case Management, Interview Techniques, or Investigation Training.

• D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

  13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

• Details regarding your experience leading formal interviews with staff and inmates

• Details regarding your experience participating in formal interviews with staff and inmates

• The type of information regarding recommendations you provided during formal interviews with staff and inmates

  14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• Facility

• Course Title

  15

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION

Performs the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave

• B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER to other staff on specific projects or assignments, including providing guidance and direction in techniques used in performing work.

• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervision, performance evaluation, staff development, or training.

• D. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.

  16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

• The actual duties you performed as a supervisor or lead worker

• The level or type of employees you supervised

• Your level of responsibility

  17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University/Training Source

• Course Title

• Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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