Security Officer 1 - Wernersville State Hospital

Security Officer

Are you a dedicated and reliable individual who is eager to build a career in the security field? The Department of Human Services is actively seeking Security Officers to join our security team at Wernersville State Hospital. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of maintaining a safe and secure environment for our patients, staff, visitors, and property within the hospital grounds. If you are passionate about protecting people and property while making a meaningful impact on the safety of our institution, we encourage you to apply today!

As the Security and Communications Officer, you will ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, students, and visitors at Wernersville State Hospital. Key responsibilities include lobby duties, assisting staff with patient searches, assisting consumers with identifications for ground privileges, patrolling hospital facilities, responding to emergencies, investigating incidents, and enforcing institutional policies. You will also identify and address potential risks such as unauthorized individuals, traffic concerns, and fire hazards. Additionally, you will oversee communication systems, manage visitor access, and perform essential clerical tasks that support the hospital's daily operations. Your role will involve upholding traffic and parking regulations within the hospital grounds to ensure organized parking and smooth traffic flow, which includes monitoring employee vehicle registrations and reporting unauthorized vehicles to help safeguard the well-being of all occupants. You will also assist in locating missing patients and ensuring their safe return. Providing polite escort services and offering directions and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff will further contribute to a secure and welcoming hospital environment. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 12 : 30 PM to 8 : 30 PM, with varied days off and two 15-minute breaks. You will work every other weekend.
• May change based on operational needs.
• Overtime : As needed
• Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $38,515.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications :

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How to Apply :

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.pa.gov / agencies / employment / how-to-apply.html 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.