THE POSITION

　　Are you looking for an exciting challenge in an ever changing and fast-paced work environment? The Department of Human Services, Norristown State Hospital is seeking a hard-working individual to fill a full-time Security Officer 2 position. This position provides shift supervision involving the security of three patient and multiple administrative buildings of the Security Department at Norristown State Hospital. If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual who enjoys working with and helping others, we encourage you to apply today to join our team!   

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　As a Security Officer 2, you are responsible for the supervising duties of the security staff. Supervising duties include preparing and updating job descriptions, staffing needs including approving and disapproving leave to ensure minimum staffing is maintained with minimal overtime, assigning work, and completing employee performance reviews. In addition, you are responsible for training lower-level Security Officers to provide the job knowledge for them to perform required tasks in accordance with guidelines established by the Safety Manager and DHS written policies. 

　　You are also responsible for traffic and parking control and enforcement, prevention and detection of crime, and the enforcement of policies, rules, and regulations relating to the welfare and safety of patients, employees, and the visiting public.

　　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-hour work weekWork hours are 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM, every other weekend and holidays as assigned.May change based on operational needs The DHS provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. FREE PARKING! *Salary: *In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

　　REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONS*Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:*

　　One year as a Security Officer 1; *or*Any equivalent combination of experience or training which provides the knowledges, skills, and abilities required to provide supervisory security services. *Special Requirement: *

　　Requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.*Other Requirements:*

　　You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. 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).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting clo ing date*. *Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.*Failure to comply with the above application requirements will 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 to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].*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.