Administrative Officer 2

The Department of Corrections is seeking an Administrative Officer 2 to join our dedicated team in the Inmate Grievances Appeal Office. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference in the corrections system by helping to manage inmate grievances and ensure fair and efficient resolution. You will work closely with other team members to plan, direct, and coordinated the management of the grievance system and related polices. If you have a passion for justice and strong proficiency in administrative tasks, apply today to join our dynamic team and put your professional talents to use in a meaningful way!

As an Administrative Officer 2, your role will involve working closely with the Chief Grievance Officer and assisting with various special projects related to the Secretary's Office of Inmate Grievances and Appeals. Your responsibilities will include performing administrative and technical tasks, as well as making recommendations for changes to the Inmate Grievance System policy and procedures. In addition, you will act as a liaison between the Department of Corrections, the Office of Attorney General, and the Office of General Counsel on cases related to the Prison Litigation Reformation Act (PLRA). Furthermore, you will also serve as a Grievance Review Officer, responsible for reviewing grievance appeals at the central office level. Your work will require conducting a thorough review of all issues raised throughout the grievance process and ensuring that the responses and actions taken align with policy and current case law, as directed by the Chief Grievance Officer.

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 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week after successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Administrative Officer 1; or
• Three years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and a 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 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
• 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.