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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00092203 |
Description Activated On: 12/11/2025 1:18:16 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position is responsible for maintaining, receiving, and distributing inventory within the warehouse, commissary and/or laundry area at the State Correctional Institution (SCI FAYETTE). |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Receives, maintains, and distributes inventory and/or commissary orders dependent on work location assignment. Including the use of specialized warehouse and inventory software. Receives stock from vendors including documentation of receipt, inspection of materials, matching packing slips with purchase orders, and ensuring the safety of the product when unloading. Maintains adequate inventory by conducting periodic inventory audits. Ensures the inventory is stored properly. Distributes inventory to the appropriate location and maintains an accurate delivery log. Processes inmate commissary orders. Distributes forms; receives and scans (if necessary) orders; verifies inmates account balance; stages inmate orders; distributes orders to inmates; and records all transactions. Oversees inmates in completion of work assignments. Provides orientation, training, and work assignments to inmates; additionally, maintains attendance records. Provides input on inmate progress and payroll to supervisor. Conducts inmate searches for contraband and ensures the security of the work area. May assist in work assigned to inmates, including physical work. Oversees the distribution of new clothing and ensure the proper collection and distribution of laundry for inmates. Supervises repairs made to inmate clothing and using various sewing equipment and tools and maintains equipment and hand tools. Operates various equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, hand truck, delivery vehicle, or other equipment to move oversized and heavy materials. Ensures safety and security of the work location. Secures all inventory items and ensures the work area is safe and clean. Purchases supplies and materials. Initiates requisitions for stock replenishment based on inventory and the use of items through the SAP Warehouse Inventory System to ensure enough stock is maintained. Orders warehouse office supplies through SAP. Maintains daily/weekly commissary reporting and documentation. Compiles and assembles individual daily sales data for submission to Inmate Accounting; inputs weekly inmate credits into computer system; understands and is familiar with inmate record keeping; inputs inmate payroll and pay raises; prepares reports on inmate progress; completes work orders as needed; and documents shortages/damaged items. Performs other related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Exercise care, custody, and control over inmates 2. Apply physical force and intervention when appropriate and necessary 3. Demonstrate and oversee inmates in the standard principles and practices of storeroom operations 4. Reach, bend, stoop, pull, push, kneel, lift, climb, and grasp 5. Be mobile over all types of physical surfaces and levels 6. Spend prolonged periods of time standing or walking 7. Work all shifts and posts as required by operational necessities and emergencies 8. Work mandatory overtime in compliance with provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification 9. Maintain regular and reliable attendance 10. Operate basic office equipment 11. Use and maintain various equipment and tools 12. Maintain an active PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent in accordance with assigned work 13. Properly wear all portions of assigned uniform 14. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing 15. Establish and maintain effective working relationships 16. Hear and identify sounds (voices, whistle, buzzer, lock release, scuffling, sudden quiet) 17. Visually observe inmates’ activities 18. Administer emergency medical assistance to inmates and staff 19. Receive, issue, and control inventory 20. Attend and participate in all mandatory training and/or testing 21. Travel as required |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Routine work is performed independently, without the need for direct supervision. Deviation from operational standards, procedures, and work policies are discussed with a supervisor and/or manager prior to implementation. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: N/A Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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