Event & Traffic Safety Staff (Security Officer 1)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Dauphin County, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is seeking committed Security Officers to serve as Event and Traffic Safety Staff. This role involves managing patrols, traffic flow, and emergency communications while providing excellent customer service to ensure a positive experience for event attendees. The position supports safety and security operations at the Farm Show Complex by monitoring facilities, managing traffic, and responding to incidents. Responsibilities include assisting visitors, communicating with staff, and completing daily duties.

Requirements

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Ability to perform essential job functions.
Satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance (conditional offer of employment).

Nice To Haves

Experience working in crowds.
Experience working at large-scale public events.
Experience working in security or traffic management.

Responsibilities

Perform patrols of buildings, parking lots, and grounds to maintain safety.
Manage parking areas, maintain traffic flow, and support event-related vehicle movement.
Provide clear information and helpful assistance to visitors and event participants.
Communicate quickly during incidents and assist with directing emergency teams.
Record daily activities, incidents, and important information in activity logs.
Use and distribute security equipment as needed for assigned shifts.