Criminal Justice System Specialist Supervisor

Salary: $67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually Location : Dauphin County, PA Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number: CS-2026-43635-78490 Department: Commission on Crime and Delinquency Division: EX PA Comm on Crime & Dlqntcy Opening Date: 03/04/2026 Closing Date: 3/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 78490 Position Number: 00179669 Union: Non-Union Bargaining Unit: A3 Pay Group: ST08 Bureau / Division Code: 00817000 Bureau / Division: Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Worksite Address: 3101 N. Front Street City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 17110 Contact Name: Michelle Novak Contact Email: THE POSITION Bring your people skills to the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency! We are seeking an motivated and detail-oriented Criminal Justice System Specialist Supervisor to join our team. By helping guide our staff, you will allow us to enhance the quality, coordination and planning within the criminal and juvenile justice systems, facilitate the delivery of services to victims of crime, and increase the safety of our communities. Apply today and make a positive impact on the criminal justice system! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will serve as the lead staff member supporting the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Education and Training Board. Your work will involve planning and organizing program operations by establishing objectives and timelines, assigning tasks to program staff, and reviewing work products for quality and accuracy. You will also coordinate the development of the curriculum and research relevant training content. Some of your duties will include developing statements of work, supervising the contractor selection process, and providing oversight of executed contracts. Additionally, you will draft annual reports to submit to the Governor and members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly on program activities. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, reporting to the office 1 day per a month and as needed. 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 Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Three years of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a bachelor's degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field; or Two years of professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services, and a master's degree in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. 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. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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. EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply. 01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Criminal Justice System Specialist 2 for one or more years full-time? Yes No 02 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How many years of full-time professional experience in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services do you possess? 3 years or more 2 but less than 3 years 1 but less than 2 years Less than 1 year None 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How much graduate coursework have you completed in the social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. Conferred Master's degree or higher 30 credits or more Less than 30 credits None 06 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our Yes 07 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - SUPERVISIONPerforms the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, training subordinates or arranging for the training of subordinates, evaluating work performance, providing discipline, and monitoring and approving leave. B. I have experience as a LEAD WORKER to other staff on specific projects or assignments, including providing guidance in performing work. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework/training related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting. D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 08 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience The duties you performed as a supervisor or lead worker Your level of responsibility 09 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title Credits/Clock Hours 10 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - TRAINING ASSESSMENT Assesses contractor provided training sessions to ensure delivery of training is within applicable guidelines by completing a standardized monitoring report. Recommends corrective action if necessary to mitigate any identified issues. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience assessing training sessions on juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services to ensure delivery is within applicable guidelines; AND recommending corrective action to mitigate any identified issues. B. I have experience assessing training sessions on juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services to ensure delivery is within applicable guidelines. C. I have experience assessing training sessions on topics OTHER THAN juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services to ensure delivery is within applicable guidelines. D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to adult learning or training. E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 11 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience The duties you performed related to assessing training sessions The topic(s) of the training you assessed Examples of the type(s) of corrective action you recommended to mitigate issues 12 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title Credits/Clock Hours 13 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - LIAISON Serves as a liaison between Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Education and Training Board and professional associations, legislative offices, federal, Commonwealth, or local agencies, training providers, and media. Leads meetings and provides technical assistance related to training and certification service regulations. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience serving as a liaison between professional boards, professional associations, legislative offices, federal, Commonwealth, or local agencies, training providers, or the media. I lead meetings and provided technical assistance related to juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services. B. I have experience serving as a liaison between professional boards, professional associations, legislative offices, federal, Commonwealth, or local agencies, training providers, or the media. I lead meetings and provided technical assistance related to topics OTHER THAN juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services. C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications. D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 14 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience The duties you performed related to serving as a liaison The groups you communicated with when you served as a liaison The topic(s) of the meetings you lead and technical assistance you provided 15 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title Credits/Clock Hours 16 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - BUDGETING Monitors program budgets and expenditures; identifies compliance issues; and makes recommendations or amendments for resolution. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. A. I have experience monitoring program budgets and expenditures; identifying compliance issues; AND making recommendations or amendments for resolution. B. I have experience monitoring program budgets and expenditures AND identifying compliance issues. C. I have experience monitoring program budgets and expenditures for compliance. D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to finance or accounting. E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 17 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience The duties you performed related to monitoring program budgets and expenditures The duties you performed related to identifying compliance issues The duties you performed related to making recommendations or amendments for resolution to compliance issues 18 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title Credits/Clock Hours Required Question

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