County Employment Opportunities

Human Resources Department
125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17
Mercer, PA 16137
(724)-662-7514
Fax: 724-662-2189
hr@mercercountypa.gov

Office Hours:
Monday ~ Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Except Holidays


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Position(s) Currently Available

Court Reporter | Property Data Collector - Part Time | Correctional Officer (PT and FT)
Enforcement Officer/ UIFSA Officer| Assistant Human Resources Manager | Telecommunicator / Dispatcher








Position: Court Reporter Posted: May 20, 2024 Deadline: Open Until Filled Print Job Description

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:                                                                                            

 

General Position InformatIon:

This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week. The salary range is $34,481.20 to a top end of $49,319.00.  (Hourly rate is $18.94 – $27.09 per hr.)  Additional income is earned by processing court orders and transcripts.  Starting salary is dependent upon experience.  A degree or certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required. Applicant must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.  There is a comprehensive benefit package included.  An RPR status is preferred, but not required.  Mercer County pays for required continuing education as well as association memberships. A Steno writer, laptop, and Case CATalyst software are also provided by Mercer County.     

 

Overall Objectives

To stenographically record verbatim all court proceedings and transcribe a variety of hearings, as required by law; to prepare and process court orders, transcripts, and other related court proceedings with a high degree of speed and accuracy.  The position works with confidential and sensitive information, requiring discretion and strict confidentiality.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Stenographically reports verbatim the testimony in all court proceedings of the Court of Common Pleas, including trials, hearings, and conferences; interrupts when necessary to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the record; reads back portions of proceedings upon request.
  • Transcribes, certifies, and files a variety of proceedings as required by law or statute with the appropriate filing offices.
  • Prepares court orders, sentences, Findings of Fact, and other courtroom documents as required by the Common Pleas judges.
  • Operates stenographic shorthand machine, computer, and various other standard office equipment. 
  • Provides a monthly list of pending transcripts to the Lead Reporter.
  • Maintains record of transcript status; bills appropriate parties; delivers transcripts to the judges, attorneys, and other designated agencies or departments, as required.
  • Follows standard procedures.
  • Secures and maintains exhibits for storage, retrieval, and disposal, when appropriate.
  • Ensures that adequate supplies are maintained.
  • Determines correct spelling of names of parties and witnesses.
  • Is familiar with any specialized, medical, and/or legal terminology, and other specifics of testimony.
  • Must attend training, seminars, and conferences to maintain continuing education, as required.
  • Must abide by the Code of Conduct of the Unified Judicial System.
  • Must abide by the Rules Governing Court Reporting and Transcripts pursuant to Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration 4001 through 4016.
  • Must abide by the Mercer County Local Rules regarding court reporters and transcripts, as applicable.

 

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position reports to the President Judge, any Common Pleas Court judge to whom assigned, and to the District Court Administrator, and occasional and limited direction from the Lead Reporter. Receives limited instruction or supervision in carrying out routine day to day tasks.

 

 

SUPERVISION GIVEN

N/A 

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those the employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. A Court Reporter works indoors on a regular basis, in an office with minimal environmental factors, with adequate workspace, in adequate temperatures, ventilation, and lighting; and normal exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress; and normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

 

 

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL CONDITIONS

        • Must possess ability to record, convey, assemble, and present information; explain procedures; and follow instructions.

2.    Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching necessary to carry out job duties.

3.    Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers/hands to simple movements of feet/legs and torso necessary to carry out job duties.

4.    Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.

5.    Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on court proceedings, testimony, and other work for long periods of time.

6.         At normal risk for repetitive stress injuries consistent with a job of this type.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

              • EDUCATION/TRAINING

High School diploma or equivalent and a Degree or Certificate in Court Reporting from a court reporting program of higher education; computer and stenographic skills required.  Must meet the requirements listed in Rule 4004 – Qualifications of Court Reporters, PA Rules of Court.

        • WORK EXPERIENCE

Prior court reporting experience is a plus but is not required.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Must have extraordinary stenographic and typing skills and the ability to transcribe with speed and accuracy.
  • Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage.
  • Ability to communicate with members of the judiciary, attorneys, associates, other departments, and the general public, as required.
  • Basic knowledge of courtroom and legal proceedings.
  • Must possess the knowledge of the form and content of legal documents.
  • Basic knowledge of legal terminology and the functions of various court officials.
  • Ability to prepare verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings involving multiple speakers, specialized testimony, and emotional circumstances.
  • Ability to learn to diagnose and correct routine malfunctions of the steno machine and computer.
  • Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and directions.
  • Ability to organize and maintain a record of exhibits for storage, retrieval, and/or disposal.
  • Excellent oral and written communications.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively with co-workers and others.
  • Must accurately type and file all court orders, bench warrants and bench warrant vacates, and other courtroom documents in a timely manner.
  • Must accurately transcribe proceedings within required timeframes.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Must possess excellent proofreading skills to ensure accuracy.
  • Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client information and records, confidential meetings in Chambers, and/or confidential proceedings and documents.
  • Must demonstrate emotional stability.
  • Must be able to pay close attention to detail and concentrate on work.
  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time throughout the work day.
  • Must abide by and maintain a professional dress code.
  • Must conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times.
  • Required to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Must occasionally work non-traditional hours and work at home on occasion to meet transcript deadlines.
  • Must adapt to and use the equipment and software owned by the County and provided to the staff court reporters.

 

The above conditions reflect the general details necessary to describe the main functions of the position of court reporter and shall not be considered an exhaustive and exclusive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

 

 

How to Apply:

 

Please send the standard County Application (which can be found here: https://www.mercercountypa.gov/Employment/Applications/Employment.Application.2022.pdf), a letter of interest, resume, and three references to the following:

 

Bo D. McCleary

District Court Administrator

Mercer County Courthouse

South Diamond Street

Mercer, PA  16137

(724) 663-3800 ext. 2516

bmccleary@mercercountypa.gov

 

Deadline to Apply: Currently open Until Filled

 

Applications can be made by regular mail, e-mail, or hand delivered.

 

 

 

 









Position: Property Data Collector - Part Time Posted: August 14, 2024 Deadline: None Print Job Description

Description

Responsibilities

  • Drives to property locations, getting in and out of vehicle. Physically walks around property and examines all buildings to determine required property characteristics on various residential properties.
  • Verifies residential/agricultural property location by associating information from the applicable field document with the map.
  • Measures and inspects exterior of residential/agricultural buildings. Inspects interior of buildings, if required.  Accurately records property characteristics, square footage, angles, sketches, and dimensions on appropriate field documents and/or mobile devices.
  • Takes clear digital images of properties including specified parcel improvements if required.
  • Gathers cost and sales information and records on appropriate field documents or devices, as required.
  • Updates data on the physical condition of buildings.
  • Maintains personal production records in alignment with productivity targets. Completes logs and control forms and required documentation as required.
  • Communicates effectively with the public to share the purpose of our visit to their property, inquires about the interior of the property, addresses questions, etc. Professionally represents Tyler and the client to property owners and other members of the public handling field questions and complaints in a courteous manner and escalates to their supervisor as appropriate.
  • May assist in the training of new Residential/Agricultural Data Collectors.
  • Regular attendance is required.
  • Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to Company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety Handbook. These include, but are not limited to, Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Business Ethics, and Anti-Harassment Policies.
  • Performs other duties, as required.

Qualifications

  • High School graduate or equivalent work experience
  • Real Estate and/or appraisal experience is preferred.
  • Good written and oral communications skills
  • Solid problem-solving skills.
  • Good organizational skills including attention to detail with the ability to capture and record accurate and comprehensive properties details.
  • Ability to work independently or collaborate with team members.
  • Possess spatial abilities necessary to read maps and locate a physical location on the map.
  • Ability to visualize floor plan footprints based on three-dimensional buildings.
  • Good math skills to calculate square footage, ratios, and similar functions.
  • Must be able to travel to properties in assigned project area for the majority of the workday.
  • Must provide reliable transportation and carry personal liability insurance on the vehicle driven to perform job.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which the employee lives.
  • Basic computer experience is preferred.


    To Apply please go to:

    Tyler Technologies Careers - Property Data Collector - Part Time (jobvite.com)











Position: Enforcement Officer / UIFSA Officer Posted: October 17, 2024 Deadline: November 2, 2024 Print Job Description

 

Department:              Mercer County Court of Common Pleas; Domestic Relations Section

Position Title:            Enforcement Officer/UIFSA Officer

Pay Classification:   P&A Grade 4 (Entry wage $18.94/hr.)

                                    Paid Vac./Paid Sick/13 Paid Holidays

Full Medical/Insurance Package Available

County Pension Plan

 

Reports to:                Enforcement Supervisor/UIFSA Supervisor

Updated:                    6/18/2021

 

Description of Position:

 

Enforcement/UIFSA Officers will work within the Domestic Relations Section serving as a point of contact for persons involved in an ongoing case as both a resource for questions and for assistance in actions necessary for the enforcement of a Support Order using individual initiative and the PACSES system.

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Multitasking-able to deal with many time sensitive issues at one time.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a professional and confidential environment.
  • Technical knowledge of personal computer operations including Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows and general data entry.
  • High level of organizational and prioritization skills.
  • High level of accuracy.
  • Ability to work effectively when dealing with time constraints as imposed by law.
  • Decision making ability and skills in negotiation and mediation.
  • High level of communication and interpersonal skills allowing for effective interaction with clients, attorneys and other DRS personnel.
  • Ability to comprehend a variety of documents; including case files, civil complaints, modification petitions, earnings reports, pays stubs, W-2’s, tax returns and other records related to income data.
  • A mastery of basic mathematical calculations.
  • Ability to work effectively with potential emotional individuals in a stressful and sometimes adversarial environment.
  • Ability to work with clients who have poor life skills and a sometimes limited education.
  • Ability to interview and elicit information from individuals in a non-threatening, calm, yet authoritative manner.
  • Ability to analyze information for appropriate action and resolution of case specific situations.
  • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Able to work independently.

Position Duties:

 

The following duties are typical for the position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Meet with clients as scheduled or upon their appearance in the DRS for assistance in initiating actions in established cases and/or to answer questions regarding DRS Law, case status or payment records.
  • Investigate and resolve problems that clients may have concerning missing/late payments, enforcement problems and issues surrounding medical coverage.
  • Schedule all modification review and contempt conferences via PACSES.
  • Schedule and prepare matters for hearing with the appropriate Judge when demands are filed for Hearing De Novo or when contempt is necessary.
  • Mail out Orders to Appear.
  • Using PACSES, generate the appropriate forms for case enforcement and mail out all forms required for the following programs:
    • Financial Institution Data Match Freeze/Seize
    • Income Withholding
    • Passport Denial
    • Lottery Intercept
    • Professional and Recreational Licenses Revocation
    • Driver’s License Suspension
    • Credit Bureau Reporting
    • Liens on Real Property
    • Unemployment Compensation Attachment
    • New Hire Report
    • Federal and State Tax Refund Intercept
    • Defendant Contempt
    • Employer Contempt
  • Respond to worker alerts and located on the MAIL screen in PACSES and the Performance Improvement Module (PIM) in order to determine appropriate enforcement actions needed.
  • Keep updated of the frequent change in Rule, case law, and PACSES functionality as provided by the Director, Assistant Director and Supervisor’s, or as made available daily on the Daily Production Report.
  • Using PACSES, making adjustments to case financial balances based on the result of hearings/conferences or the request of parties.
  • Review incoming TASKS generated by the computer system daily assuring priority matters receive appropriate attention and respond within two (2) days of receipt unless management direction is necessary.
  • Monitor time limits given for the response of enforcement notices.
  • Contact or communicate with any agency or entity involved in any support matter as necessary including attorneys, employers, County Assistance Office (CAO), other Courts, Children and Youth Services, Juvenile Probation, Child care information services, the Social Security Administration and the Bureau of Child Support Enforcement (BCSE).
  • Perform work in accordance with established regulations, policies, directives or policy as set by the Courts, DRS management and BCSE.
  • Attend meetings, training and/or workshops as required.
  • Must complete New Hire Training with PACSETI within six (6) months from date of hire.
  • Work with designated Locate staff in any case where a defendants name and/or address is unknown.
  • Update all case information in PACSES following hearings/conferences.
  • Work the financial Non-Compliance Report (E009) routinely as well as designated reports assigned by the management staff of the DRS including self-assessment reports, actionable case lists, % paid report and data integrity lists in order to maximize performance in an effort to maintain a minimum of 80% as per Federal requirements in all performance measures.
  • Enter a NOTE in PACSES for each interaction (personal contact, phone, etc.) with anyone related to a case and for updated activities.
  • Utilize the computer system to scan in any relevant documents into the PACSES Imaging system under case ID or Member ID.
  • Communicate with the Work Search Coordinator and Bench Warrant Officer as needed on shared cases.

Note: The following tasks are specific to UIFSA Officers who manage cases involving interstate cases.

  • Process incoming UIFSA cases and register cases out-of-state once either party moves.
  • Contact out-of-state Courts as necessary using telephone, text message, email and Child Support Enforcement Network (CSENet) communications.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Required:

 

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Administration of Justice, Social Sciences or any other related area, or any other related area, or a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in Child Support Enforcement.

Previous DRS experience is helpful but not essential.

Please send a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and completed standard County of Mercer Application for employment to:

                                    Mercer County Human Resources

                                    125 South Diamond St., Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

Deadline to Apply:  November 2, 2024

 










Position: Assistant Human Resources Manager Posted: September 24, 2024 Deadline: November 8, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:   Human Resources 

 

Position Title: Assistant Human Resources Manager (HR Generalist)

 

Pay Classification:   P&A 05 ($38,227 – $53,739)

 

Reports To:    Human Resources Director

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 9-24-2024

 

 

Overall Descriptions of the Position: 

 

The Assistant Human Resources Manager will assist the Human Resources Director in administering all County Human Resources policies, programs and practices.  This positions functions in an HR Generalist Role. 

 

Position Requirements:

  • BA or equivalent education/training/experience is required
  • SHRM Certification preferred
  • Payroll and benefit administration experience strongly preferred
  • General to Intermediate Level Accounting skills required
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs
  • Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills.  Must be able to communicate effectively on a regular basis both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the County.
  • Ability to work with and train/educate employees in both a group or individual setting
  • Ability to quickly learn/adapt to new computer programs/systems
  • Workers Compensation, Unemployment, and Risk Management experience a plus
  • Past experience with employee training/group training a plus
  • Recent training in any areas of HR law a plus
  • Previous experience in a Union environment a plus
  • Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
  • Must exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and must work to maintain constructive working relationships.
  • Must complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments.
  • Must have the ability to work independently on assigned projects. 
  • Must exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.
  • Must complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.

 

Position Duties:

  • Payroll Management
    • Bi-weekly payroll processing (Includes preparing all data regarding hours worked, Vacation/Sick Accruals, pay rate changes, new hires/terminations, ect.)
    • Prepare HR agenda items Official County meetings for all employment actions
    • Training in Federal/state/local payroll laws.  Ability to ensure payroll laws are applied consistently.
    • Process all employee actions and/or work with other County offices to ensure that all items are processed. (New Hires/Transfers/Separations)

 

  • Benefits Administration (All Employee Benefits)
    • Meet with all new hires to review and inform regarding applicable benefit packages and enroll in desired coverages
    • Enroll/change/delete benefits for all employees
    • Participate and assist in the planning for and roll out of all annual open enrollments
    • Work with all county Insurance brokers and Insurance Carriers on individual employee issues
    • Assist individual employees with questions/concern/ problems as they relate to their benefits
    • Proactively work to secure new benefits for employees that are no charge to the county or employee
    • Understand the benefits as provided by the county in relation to federal and state laws
    • Understand the benefits as provided by the county in relation to the Counties Employee Handbook and/or corresponding Union Contract
    • COBRA monitoring/administration
    • Assist with ACA compliance, monitoring and reporting.

 

  • Employee On-Boarding Coordination/Orientation:
    • Maintain vacant and open job files/union bids, receive, and log all applications, and ensure hiring process is being followed.
    • Schedule all pre-employment physicals and Drug Test for new hires
    • Ensure all Child Abuse Clearances are in place for applicable positions pre-hire
    • Meet with all new hires to complete all required paperwork for payroll, health care benefits, and retirement.
    • Coordinate all required employee immunizations and testing to include HEP B Vaccinations and TB testing for various departments.

 

  • Assist with Administration of the following:
    • FMLA
    • Unemployment
    • Workers Compensation (PCORP)
    • USSERA
    • EEOC Compliance
    • ADA Compliance
    • County Employee Handbook
    • County Collective Bargaining Agreements
    • County Safety Committee
    • Child Abuse Clearance Requirements

 

  • Daily Office task
    • Regular and on-going customer service (employee and public)
    • Receptionist/phone answering/faxing/email
    • Ordering of office supplies
    • Filing all HR related documents/maintenance of all employee files

 

  • Special Areas of required training:
    • It is expected that any employee in this position would begin and/or maintain up to date training in the following areas as per request of the HR Director:
      • FMLA
      • Unemployment
      • Workers Compensation
      • ERISA
      • USSERA
      • EEOC Compliance
      • FLSA/Payroll Compliance
      • ADA
      • Labor Relations/Union Relations
      • Employee Professional Development

 

  • Special Projects as assigned

 

  • All other duties as assigned

 

**This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  **

 

 

To Apply:

 

Please complete the standard County of Mercer Application and send a letter of interest, salary history, and your resume to the following:

 

                        Mercer County HR Department

                        125 South Diamond St. Suite 17

                        Mercer, PA  16137

 

** The County of Mercer Standard Applications can be found at www.mercercountypa.gov or can be obtained by stopping in the Human Resource office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

 

Deadline to Apply:  November 8, 2024

 

 














Position: Telecommunicator / Dispatcher Posted: October 31, 2024 Deadline: November 15, 2024 Print Job Description

 

Department:              E-911 Center

 

Position Title:            Telecommunicator/Dispatcher (Full Time and Part Time)

 

Pay Classification:   TCE 07

 

                                    FT Dispatchers – Starting wage $18.77/hr.

                                    $19.20/hr. after 6 months and $19.79/hr. after one year

                                    Paid Vacation and Sick time

                                    13 Holidays per year

                                    Full Medical/Dental/Vision Package available

                                    County Pension Plan

                                    Full Training program provided

 

                                    PT Dispatchers - (Starting Wage $16.89/hr.)

                                    $18.77/hr. after 520 hours completed

                                    Shift Differentials paid for Afternoon and Mid. Shift work

                                    Full Training program provided

                                    Full Time opportunities after training is complete

 

Reports To:               EMA Director and E911 Deputy Director

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update:  2/26/2024

 

 

Position Summary:

 

            Specialized work in telecommunications at the highest level operating a public safety communications network that involves receiving, recording, evaluating, and transmitting requests for emergency and non –emergency response for police, fire EMS and other services from citizens and emergency field units.

 

Position Requirements:

 

  • Must have a clear and distinct speaking voice with good handwriting and typing skills and the ability to type at least 30 WPM.
  • Must have the ability to stay calm under extreme pressure with the ability of quick recall of information and procedures.
  • Must be able to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled by supervisors.
  • Ability to work with considerable independence as to critical decision making based on procedures and practices of the communications center.
  • Possess skills in operating standard emergency radio equipment, automatic alarm monitoring devices, computer aided dispatch (CAD) and other telecommunicating equipment.
  • Ability to obtain information from excited people and to establish priorities.
  • Ability to learn all functions and jurisdictions pertaining to and have a thorough knowledge of county geography.
  • Ability to pass a state test on CLEAN (Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network) computer system within 60 days of hire.
  • Ability to take and carry out orders from supervisors.
  • Ability to meet established audio logical testing minimums.
  • Ability to handle confidential information from Federal, State and Local law enforcement as well as HIPAA. 
  • Ability to attend and pass courses in Emergency Medical Dispatch, Emergency Fire Dispatch and Emergency Police Dispatch
  • Ability to attend and pass a 40-hour basic telecommunicator course (APCO)
  • Ability to attend and pass a basic state certification for Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency
  • Ability to pass a background check and become certified in CLEAN and JNET. 
  • Ability to attend and pass FEMA courses IS-100 and IS-700
  • Ability to understand basic mapping skills for the purpose of call delivery
  • Ability to multitask.

 

Certificates and Licenses:

            Possess a minimum of a high school diploma

            Possess a valid driver’s license.

            Must be able to complete CPR Certification and training

 

Position Duties:

 

  • Receive from public telephone calls for emergency and routine response for police, fire and EMS services.
  • Operate all telephone, computer aided dispatch, and radio equipment in the center to obtain needed information to assure the correct emergency response is sent to the appropriate location.
  • Enter data into and retrieve data from electronic data processing systems that includes but not limited to, emergency information systems entries, CLEAN/NCIC file entries, and fire and EMS computers.
  • Maintain any required local fire alarms, burglar alarms, test sirens, pagers and radio systems.
  • Maintain extensive records of events, circumstances and actions initiated for all incidents processed during the work shift.
  • Ensure that all equipment in the communications center is in operating condition and report any that is not to the supervisor.
  • Maintain good communications with various police, fire and emergency agencies in Mercer County and surrounding counties.
  • Performs other related tasks or duties as may be required or assigned by supervisors.
  • Required to attend and maintain certifications on all systems
  • Answer and process calls for after hours outside agencies such as Children and Youth Services and Mental Health

 

Physical Requirements:

 

  • Job allows standing, siting, and walking at will. 
  • Must have the ability to engage in frequent or constant phone and computer use to include regular data entry via a keyboard/mouse.

 

How to Apply:

 

All interested applicants must complete the Standard County of Mercer Application for employment.  Applications can also be obtained and submitted at the Human Resources Office located on the basement level of the Courthouse.

 

Please send the completed and signed standard application, a letter of interest, salary history, resume (if applicable), and three references to the following:

 

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

The E911 Center test of Basic Skills will be conducted prior to interviews.  Qualified applicants will be called to select a testing time.

 

Deadline to Apply:  November 15, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date

 











Position: Correctional Officer (PT and FT) Posted: March 21, 2024 Deadline: November 30, 2024 Print Job Description

Department:             Mercer County Jail

 

Position Title:         Correctional Officer (Full-Time w/Full Benefit Package)

                                    Correctional Officer (Part Time – no Benefits)

 

Pay ClassificationFull Time Info:

        • JCO 00-01 ($18.78/hr. Entry Wage)
        • Raise after 6 Months to $20.40 and at one year to $21.19.
        • Shift Differentials in Addition to base rate

 

Part Time Info:

      • JCO 00-00 ($16.91/hr. Entry Wage)
      • Raise after 520 hours worked to $18.78.
      • Shift Differentials in Addition to base rate

                                   

Full Time Benefit Package Includes: Paid Vacation and Paid Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance (Single and Family level plans) and participation in the Mercer County Retirement System Pension Plan

 

Reports To:  Warden and Deputy Warden(s)

 

 

Date of Job Description Creation/Update: 3/21/24

 

________________________________________________________________

 

 

General Overview:

Correctional Officers will perform the direct supervision of inmates at the County Detention Facility according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State of Pennsylvania and Mercer County.  Officers will enforce the facility rules and maintain facility security.  Officers are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates at the facility.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

  • Directly supervises inmates in the facility during all aspects of their incarceration such as housing, visitation, meals, medication distribution, searches, activities, work programs.
  • Enforce the rules and regulations of the facility
  • Must be able to act quickly, assess situations carefully, act in accordance with policy and procedure, and protect self and others (inmates and co-workers)
  • Conducts periodic cell pod checks, performs searches of inmates, performs searches of cells and other areas for contraband
  • Maintains discipline among inmates
  • Responds appropriately to emergencies in the prison (which may include assaults, fires, riots, disturbances, natural disasters, medical emergencies and hostage situations)
  • Maintains and updates Facility records (written, typing and basic computer skill required)
  • Receives and books inmates (perform fingerprinting, photographs and searches)

 

Physical/ Age Requirements:

 

  • Must be trained on and be able to perform weaponless self-defense and restraining techniques
  • Must be trained on and be able to perform the operation and use of restraining devices
  • Must be trained in and be able to perform initial first aid services to inmates as needed
  • Regularly walk, stand or stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to and over 100lbs.
  • Use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of security
  • Walk, stand, crouch or run on narrow, slippery inclining or erratically moving surfaces
  • Stair climbing required (all cell pods are 2 levels)
  • Sit and stand for sustained periods of time
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Must pass a physical, drug and psychological evaluation post employment offer
  • Must pass a criminal background check post offer of employment.

 

Other Requirements:

 

  • Must have a High School Diploma or GED
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in criminal justice, social service or related field
  • Ability to perform multiple activities and quickly identify inappropriate inmate conduct
  • Ability to perform basic math
  • Ability to communicate via radios
  • Ability to work the rotating shifts (including weekends and holidays) as require by a 24/7 operating facility
  • Ability to train for 4 weeks or more at the Academy at the Department of Corrections.
  • Ability to work mandatory overtime
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License
  • All other duties as assigned

 

 

Full on-Site Training Program:  The Mercer County Jail is a state approved training center for Corrections Officers.  All training will be provided on-site at the Mercer County Facility.  No travel for training is required.

 

 

How to apply:

 

All interested applicants must print and complete the Standard County of Mercer Application for employment.

 

Please send the completed standard application, a letter of interest, salary history, resume, and three references to the following:

 

                                    Mercer County 

                                    HR Department

                                    125 S. Diamond St., Suite 17

                                    Mercer, PA 16137

 

Deadline to Apply:  November 30, 2024

 

Must be postmarked by Deadline date