Security Officer 1

THE POSITION

Are you ready to bring your strong sense of responsibility to a role that helps protect residents, staff, and property every day? The Security Officer 1 position with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs offers a chance to support a safe and welcoming environment at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. You will help ensure the well-being of residents by responding to needs, monitoring activity, and keeping the facility secure. This role provides an opportunity to take pride in meaningful work that supports those who served our nation.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays an important role in maintaining the safety and security of the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. The work supports residents, staff, and visitors by monitoring activity, responding to concerns, and helping keep the facility protected. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Patrol Duties: Conduct building and grounds patrols to check for safety concerns, theft, or unauthorized activity
• Access Control: Secure buildings, check locks, and ensure proper lighting during and after operating hours
• Traffic Oversight: Direct parking and vehicle movement while enforcing facility rules
• Assistance Provided: Help visitors, residents, and staff by giving information and preventing unauthorized access
• Emergency Response: Respond to urgent situations, assist with missing residents, and coordinate with police as needed
• Investigative Tasks: Gather information, interview individuals, and document findings during investigations

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM), rotating days and weekends, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience in the security field including the following duties:

  • Patrol grounds and buildings

  • Check for violation of fire and safety rules and regulations

  • Check locks and lights of buildings or offices

  • Answer phone calls related to security concerns or emergencies

  • Assist and offer customer service to visitors and the public

  • Approach unauthorized persons to prevent loitering

  • Assist with police investigations

  • Work with fire and safety panels, such as addressing alarms and resetting trouble codes

  • Work with disaster and emergency preparedness plans

  • Operate surveillance and security equipment and monitors

• Experience in a nursing-type facility searching for missing residents or assisting residents during an emergency

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