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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Security Officer 1 in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4507076 THE POSITION The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is looking for a conscientious, responsible candidate to fill a full-time Security Officer 1 position at the Gino Merli Veterans Center located in Scranton, PA. Your position is responsible for the protection of persons and property at the Gino Merli Veterans Center.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK Your responsibilities involve patrolling areas regularly by car and on foot to ensure security, checking for theft, trespassing, and fire safety violations. Additionally, you will manage traffic and parking, enforce facility regulations regarding motor vehicles, help locate missing residents, collaborate with police in investigations, and assist residents during emergencies. You will also conduct investigations by collecting evidence and interviewing individuals involved.
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/week Work hours may vary, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, rotating days and weekends 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 Requirements: This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): This position is located in Lackawanna County. Pennsylvania. You must be willing to work in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. Experience in the security field. Experience in a nursing-type facility searching for missing residents or assisting residents during an emergency. Proficient with the use of Microsoft programs at a basic level.
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). 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 towww.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.
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 etain 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.