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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Security Officer 1 - Wernersville State Hospital in Wernersville, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4589260 THE POSITION Are you interested in working in a setting where your responsibility is to ensure the safety of individuals and property? The Department of Human Services (DHS), Wernersville State Hospital, is currently in search of a Security Officer 1. If you are a dependable and reliable individual seeking a full-time position as a security officer, this is your chance to begin a career in public service! Submit your application today and become part of our committed team of professionals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of this position, you will be responsible and accountable for the safety and security of hospital patients, employees, students, and visitors as well as Commonwealth and private property. These goals will be achieved by conducting routine patrols of tunnels, basements, buildings, and ground level areas both on foot and by vehicle to maintain safety and security through the identification of unauthorized individuals, traffic issues, fire hazards, and other potential risks. Your duties will also involve responding to and addressing complaints from patients, visitors, and employees, as well as providing support on wards when necessary. In addition, you will play a key role in upholding traffic and parking regulations within the hospital premises to ensure organized parking and smooth traffic flow, which includes monitoring employee vehicle registrations. Reporting unauthorized vehicles is crucial to safeguard the well-being of patients, visitors, and staff members. Moreover, you will assist in locating missing patients and facilitating their safe return. Offering polite escort services and guidance to visitors, patients, and employees by providing directions and assistance when required is also part of your responsibilities.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
FREE parking Full-time employment Work hours are 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Varied off days; 80 hours/2 week schedule. with 2 paid 15-minute breaks, no lunch period Work hours may change based on operational needs 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 QUALIFICATIONS Special Requirement:
This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
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 Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. 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 fo 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.aspx and 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.
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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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.