SECURITY OFFICER

Dauphin County, PA • Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

The Dauphin County Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for a full-time, varied shift position of Public Safety Officer in the Office of Safety and Security. Salary is commensurate with experience and applicants with current Act 235 certification are eligible for higher hourly rate. Hourly Wage increases up to $5.00 per hour with Merit Raises. Paid Professional Training. Flexible Schedule. 4, 8, and 10-hour shifts available (7am-5pm, 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am, 10am-2pm). Biweekly Pay. Direct Deposit. Shift differential pay includes: Weekend Premium Pay (SAT & SUN): Additional $1.00 per hour; 15:00-23:00 (3PM-11PM): Additional $0.75 per hour; 23:00-07:00 (11PM-7AM): Additional $1.00 per hour; SAT & SUN (11PM-7AM): Additional $2 per hour.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or an accredited equivalency program.
• At least one (1) year of security experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years of age by the date of hire.
• Favorable criminal background check.
• Applicant must pass a preemployment drug screening and physical.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates authorized security devices and equipment in accordance with established policy and procedure.
• Screens building visitors for weapons prior to entry using electronic devices; secures weapons as necessary.
• Directs building visitors to appropriate buildings, departments and/or individuals.
• Monitors buildings to ensure the safety and security of buildings, visitors, and staff.
• Patrols County parks to ensure the safety and security of parks, visitors and staff.
• Makes rounds routinely both inside and outside of facilities.
• Summons and assists emergency services when necessary.
• Documents and investigates events observed or reported and makes appropriate notifications within and outside County government.
• Maintains required logs, reports, and forms as necessary; completes required reports.
• Attends mandated instruction classes; establishes and maintains associated certifications.

Benefits

• Hourly Wage increases up to $5.00 per hour with Merit Raises.
• Paid Professional Training.
• Flexible Schedule.
• Biweekly Pay.
• Direct Deposit.
• Shift differential pay includes Weekend Premium Pay (SAT & SUN): Additional $1.00 per hour.
• 15:00-23:00 (3PM-11PM): Additional $0.75 per hour.
• 23:00-07:00 (11PM-7AM): Additional $1.00 per hour.
• SAT & SUN (11PM-7AM): Additional $2 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED