Corrections Librarian - SCI Smithfield

The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield is on the lookout for a dynamic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Corrections Librarian. In this essential role, you will contribute significantly to the rehabilitation and education of inmates, equipping them with vital skills for successful reintegration into society after their release. If you are dedicated to ensuring equitable access to information and can thrive in a challenging environment while championing the educational needs of those in your care, we invite you to apply today!

In this distinctive role, you will be tasked with delivering comprehensive library and law library services to inmates at SCI-Smithfield. You will manage the operations of a full-service library and supervise library assistants, while also ensuring the safety and compliance of inmates within your designated area. Your responsibilities will include conducting an annual evaluation of library services to meet the standards set by the American Correctional Association and the Correctional Education Association. You will provide guidance and training to inmate patrons, legal reference aides, and library clerks, regularly assessing their work performance.

Additionally, you will facilitate the circulation of library materials, assist patrons in selecting appropriate reading and reference resources, manage overdue items, and maintain the security of the library collection. Effective scheduling of the law library is essential, especially for inmates facing court deadlines, which also involves keeping law library computers up to date. You will maintain communication with the public by responding to inquiries via letters, emails, and phone calls regarding library services.

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 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, 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 within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345.00(before taxes).
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• 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:

• Five years as a Corrections Library Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of corrections library experience, and a bachelor's degree in library science; or
• One year of professional library experience, and a bachelor's degree in library science; or
• A master's degree in library science; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

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 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 (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.

• 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.