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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00237020 |
Description Activated On: 7/23/2026 9:35:47 AM |
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. Serves as the Correctional Industries Assistant Director and oversees the day-to-day activities of the Operations Division and coordinates, plans, and executes major industry expansion projects. |
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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. Responsible for assisting the Correctional Industries Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations in 29 state-wide Correctional Industries manufacturing shops with various types of products. Establish operational priorities and resolve complex manufacturing and production issues. Establish and maintain production scheduling and resource allocation for each specific location to include resolving issues that may arise. Assistant Director directly supervises the Operations Manager and acts for the Director in his absence. Consults and coordinates with the Director to formulate long and short-term planning strategies for the Bureau. Develops, implements and evaluates policies, procedures, and operational standards related to manufacturing, operations, sales and business practices. Researches, evaluates, and recommends new industry opportunities based on profitability, sustainability, customer demand, and inmate employment opportunities. Plans, directs, and monitors production activities across correctional institutions to ensure consistent workflow, product quality, and timely customer delivery. Oversees operational budgets, allocates resources, and monitors expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility. Supervises the Operations Manager by providing leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development. Reviews manufacturing processes, facility layouts, production systems, and workflow to improve operational efficiency and safety. Coordinates activities with correctional institutions, central office staff, governmental agencies, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational objectives. Administers employee training and ensures compliance with mandatory agency, safety, and operational requirements. Conducts regular staff meetings to communicate priorities, review performance, and address operational issues. Prepares reports, correspondence, presentations, financial analyses, and operational summaries using Microsoft Office applications. Operates standard office equipment, including personal computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and other office technology. Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with executive leadership, employees, customers, vendors, and the public. Represents Correctional Industries in meetings, committees, strategic planning sessions, and other official functions. Serves as Acting Director in the Director's absence, ensuring continuity of operations and executive decision-making. Completes all required mandatory training and maintains compliance with agency policies and professional standards. Travels regularly to complete on-site visits to the SCIS to establish and maintain relations with the Administration and the CI Factories. Additionally, travels to each Operational Shops Bi-Annually or as needed. Performs full scope of supervisory responsibilities and other related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CONTINUED... 11. 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. Resolves issues concerning product specifications and quality, productions schedules and delivery, and safety. Coordinates with customers, institution staff, and central office personnel to accomplish organizational goals. |
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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: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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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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