Security Officer 1 - Loysville Youth Development Center

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Perry County, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Human Services is seeking a Security Officer 1 to help protect the Loysville Youth Development Center. The position supports campus safety by monitoring buildings, equipment, and daily activity throughout the campus, helping keep the grounds secure, and assisting staff during emergencies and routine operations. The officer's presence, awareness, and decision-making support the safety of youth, staff, and visitors.

The facility operates continuously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week on a five-day workweek, including weekends and holidays, with two set regular days off. Shifts are eight hours, with no duty-free lunch, and may be scheduled as first shift (6:30 AM–2:30 PM), second shift (2:30 PM–10:30 PM), or third shift (10:30 PM–6:30 AM). Telework is not available.

New employees to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin at an annual salary of $39,287 before taxes. Applicants must possess a valid Pennsylvania motor vehicle operator's license and meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement. A conditional offer requires a medical examination and satisfactory criminal history clearances, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI fingerprint clearances.

Requirements

• Possess a valid Pennsylvania motor vehicle operator's license.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.
• Pass a medical examination after a conditional offer of employment.
• Submit satisfactory criminal history clearances, including Pennsylvania State Police clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Patrol buildings, grounds, fences, gates, and vehicles to maintain campus safety and security.
• Monitor heat plant and water systems, identify minor issues, and contact maintenance when needed.
• Assist with missing-person searches, cottage emergencies, and youth transport.
• Operate the switchboard, handle incoming and outgoing calls, and monitor radio alerts.
• Dispatch vehicles, oversee keys and badges, process mail, and coordinate searches.
• Operate the front gate, check visitors, manage traffic, and respond to perimeter alarms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed