Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Security Officer 1 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Reference 4648606 THE POSITION Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity in which you will make a genuine difference on a daily basis? The Hiram G. Andrews Center is seeking a Security Officer 1 who fosters commitment and dedication towards providing a safe environment for everyone utilizing our campus and facilities. Take pride in the work you do and apply today to join our dynamic team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Within this role, you will work under the supervision of the Security Officer 2 and take responsibility for the safety and welfare of center students, the general security of the buildings and grounds, and transportation of clients or related program concerns. Work includes patrolling the grounds and facilities by foot and motorized vehicle to observe operations and report any suspicious, illegal, or unsafe activities to the supervisor. You will also respond to and assist at all fire or accident calls, and assist responding fire and ambulance vehicles, as needed. Various transportation duties are required and include transporting staff, students, and property throughout the campus grounds and off-grounds, as necessary. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital in this position, as you will also provide general receptionist duties in the lobby and relay information via radio intercom.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. This position includes working all shifts 800AM to 400 PM, 400 PM to midnight, midnight to 800 AM. SalaryIn 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. Â REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements No previous experience or training required.
Special Requirements You must be in 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 This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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. 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreferencepa.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
Comple ing 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.