Security Officer 1 - Loysville Youth Development Center
About The Position
Become a Security Officer 1 with the Department of Human Services (DHS) and take on an essential role that keeps the Loysville Youth Development Center safe and running smoothly. This active, team driven position keeps you involved throughout the day as you support staff, visitors, and youth with a steady and dependable presence. You guide campus activity, respond to concerns, and help protect people and property with confidence. Step into a role where your work makes a clear and meaningful impact every day. This position helps maintain the safety and smooth functioning of the Loysville campus through patrols, communication support, and assistance with emergencies. The role also contributes to daily operations by monitoring equipment and systems and coordinating security activities.
Requirements
- Must be in possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
- Must meet the PA residency requirement.
- Must be able to perform essential job functions.
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patrols of buildings, grounds, fences, gates, and vehicles to maintain safety
- Check plant systems and identify issues while deciding when maintenance support is needed
- Assist during emergencies, participate in searches, and transport youth when required
- Operate the switchboard and monitor radio calls to support smooth information flow
- Dispatch vehicles, manage keys and badges, sort mail, and coordinate absent without official leave (AWOL) searches
- Control vehicle and pedestrian entry, process visitors, and monitor intrusion systems and fence alarms
Benefits
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
