Criminal Justice System Specialist 2Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4752776) ApplyCriminal Justice System Specialist 2Salary$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 AnnuallyLocation Philadelphia County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-14173-78410DepartmentCommission on Crime and DelinquencyDivisionEX PA Comm on Crime & DlqntcyOpening Date12/11/2024Closing Date12/24/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code78410Position Number50403788UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitA4Pay GroupST07Bureau / Division Code817000Bureau / DivisionPA Commission on Crime and DelinquencyWorksite Address440 N. Broad StreetCityPhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaZip Code19130Contact NameAriel LeichtContact Emailarleicht@pa.gov
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THE POSITIONAre you someone who pays close attention to details and is eager to advance your career within the Commonwealth? The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is on the hunt for a Criminal Justice Systems Specialist 2 to become part of our dedicated team. If you possess the necessary experience and are interested in pursuing a fulfilling career that allows you to utilize your expertise while enjoying a competitive salary, we encourage you to submit your application today! DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis role is integral to the Office of Safe Schools Advocate within the School District of Philadelphia, which is tasked with managing the School Safety and Security Grant Program as outlined in Article XIII-A of the Public School Code of 1949. The position entails delivering both administrative and professional program support, as well as offering direct assistance to individuals who may have experienced incidents of school violence.The responsibilities associated with this position require the exercise of independent judgment regarding procedural adherence, the relevance of information being processed, appropriate referrals, and the necessary actions to be undertaken. Specific duties include providing crisis intervention for victims, facilitating referrals to suitable programs for additional support, engaging directly with schools to collect pertinent information and advocate for the implementation of safety plans, and offering actionable recommendations for follow-up to the OSSA Administrator. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=50403788) . Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 days per week. 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 Philadelphia.
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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Criminal Justice System Specialist 1; or
Two 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
One year 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.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirement:
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will notbe 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 will 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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 INFORMATION
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/testonce for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.Health & WellnessWe 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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov 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 1 for one or more years full-time?
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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 experiencemustalso 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.
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How much full-time professional experience do you possess in criminal or juvenile justice, law enforcement, or victim services?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
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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 experiencemustalso 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.
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How many semester credits of graduate level 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 visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.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.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
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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. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer 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 work behavior 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 for each work behavior 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 ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - GATHER AND EVALUATE NEEDS AND DETERMINE REFERRALS
Gather victim/claimant information to evaluate victim/claimant needs and provide referrals to applicable state and local social services programs. Initiate follow-up with victims/claimants to determine additional needs.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience gathering information to evaluate needs and provide referrals related to VICTIM SERVICES.
B. I have experience gathering information to evaluate needs and provide referrals related to CRIMINAL JUSTICE.
C. I have experience gathering information to evaluate needs and provide referrals. This was NOT related to victim services or criminal justice.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to social work, victimology, or victim services.
E. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.
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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.
Your experience gathering and evaluating needs and the subject matter(s).
Your level of responsibility.
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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/Training Source
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - REVIEW INFORMATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY AND DISPOSITION
Review victim/claimant information for accuracy and completeness to initiate verification, determine eligibility for resources, and finalize disposition for victim/claimant reimbursements based on the requirements of the Crime Victim's Act, the rules and regulations governing the program, and the program processing guidelines.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience reviewing victim/claimant information for accuracy and completeness AND determining eligibility and disposition for reimbursements related to the VICTIM'S COMPENSATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (VCAP).
B. I have experience reviewing victim/claimant information for accuracy and completeness related to the VCAP. Someone else determined eligibility and disposition for reimbursements.
C. I have experience determining eligibility AND disposition for reimbursements for a program. This is NOT related to VCAP.
D. I have experience reviewing information for accuracy and completeness. This is NOT related to VCAP.
E. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methodology or criminal justice.
F. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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 actual duties you performed related to reviewing for accuracy and completeness and the subject matter.
The actual duties you performed related to determining eligibility and finalizing the disposition and the subject matter.
Your level of responsibility.
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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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Respond to inquiries and informational requests from various stakeholders related to the application of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for victim's/claimant's claims and compensation service provision. Refer individuals to the appropriate area for assistance as necessary.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience responding to inquiries and informational requests related to VICTIM SERVICES laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for claims and compensation and referring individuals to the appropriate area for assistance as necessary.
B. I have experience responding to inquiries and informational requests related to CRIMINAL JUSTICE laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for claims and compensation and referring individuals to the appropriate area for assistance as necessary.
C. I have experience responding to inquiries and informational requests related to laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and referring individuals to the appropriate area for assistance as necessary.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to speech or communications.
E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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.
Your experience responding to inquiries and requests and the subject matter.
Your level of responsibility.
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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
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