Security Officer 1

Do you want to serve in a role that helps maintain a safe and supportive environment as a Security Officer 1 for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs? This position lets you patrol grounds, assist residents and visitors, and respond to important safety needs at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. You will become part of a team that values vigilance, respect, and steady performance. Join a mission that supports those who once served our country.

This position focuses on protecting people and property by monitoring activity, responding to concerns, and supporting daily safety operations. You will help maintain secure facilities, assist residents and visitors, and carry out clear procedures during routine and emergency situations. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Facility Patrol: Make rounds of buildings and grounds to check for theft, trespass, and safety concerns
• Safety Monitoring: Observe camera systems, check door locks, and document findings in reports
• Visitor Assistance: Help residents, visitors, and staff by answering calls and providing directions and information
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergency calls, assist during drills, and follow established procedures
• Incident Investigation: Gather evidence and interview individuals involved in thefts, safety violations, or other concerns
• Operational Support: Provide help with resident transport, mail runs, inventories, and identification badge processing

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 3rd shift (11:30 PM to 7:30 AM), Thursday - Monday
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirement:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.