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Security Officer 1Are you looking for a role where your focus and reliability can strengthen safety as a Security Officer 1 with the Department of Human Services? This position allows you to support patients, staff, and visitors throughout Wernersville State Hospital. Each shift offers new opportunities to maintain order and respond to important situations across the campus. Join a team that values steady judgment, clear communication, and dedication to public service.This position focuses on maintaining the safety and security of patients, staff, visitors, and property across a large hospital campus. You help ensure order, address concerns, and support daily operations throughout all areas of the facility. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:Campus Patrols: Survey buildings, tunnels, and grounds to identify hazards, unauthorized persons, or unusual conditionsConduct Monitoring: Observe behavior of patients, visitors, and staff to help maintain orderly and safe surroundingsTraffic Oversight: Enforce parking and vehicle regulations to support smooth and safe travel on hospital propertyIncident Response: Assist with missing patient searches, preliminary investigations, and escort needs across the facilityEmergency Support: Coordinate with fire, police, and medical teams during urgent situations and provide clear directionsRecord Keeping: Document activities, observations, and incidents in daily logs and structured reportsInterested 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 weekWork hours are 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM, with varied days off and two 15-minute breaks. You will be required to work every other weekend, and your schedule may change based on operational needs.Overtime: As neededTelework: 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.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.
Worksite address
wernersville, PA, 19565, US
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