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THE POSITION

Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career in an ever changing and fast-paced work environment?  The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is eager to welcome a Security Officer 1 to be a part of our Security Team at Clarks Summit State Hospital.  If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented professional who enjoys working with and helping others, we encourage you to apply today to join our dynamic team of professionals!     

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Security Officer 1, your primary responsibility is to protect life and property on the facility by enforcing Commonwealth, DHS, and facility rules and regulations relating to hospital operations through mobile and walking patrol and monitoring of security systems and cameras throughout the facility.  You will respond to all emergencies on the facility and provide assistance to stabilize or correct the emergency situation, in addition to providing Fire & Life Safety measures as appropriate. 

Interested in learning more?  Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM OR 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch; rotating days off, every 2nd weekend off and holidays as assigned.  May change based upon operational needs.
• Overtime and travel as needed
• FREE PARKING!
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• No previous experience or training required. 

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Necessary Special Requirement:

• You must possess 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.

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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.

  1. 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 for this position. *

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*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/P ges/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.  

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/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.