DDS Camp Harkness Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer On-site #260121-1248PS-001
About the role
The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – South Region is currently recruiting six (6) seasonal job opportunities for Building and Grounds Patrol Officers to join our team at Camp Harkness located in Waterford, CT.
These are seasonal positions, and DDS permanent employees will not be considered. Applicants must be able to work the full season and must complete all DDS required training prior to starting. Please refer to the end date for each position below.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic security services designed to ensure the control and safety of individuals with disabilities, employees and the visiting public;
- Enforce regulations relating to parking and traffic control as established by the assigned agency;
- Direct traffic on state property;
- Issue tickets for violations;
- Give information and assistance to visitors;
- Guard entrances and exits to prevent trespass, vandalism, theft and other violations;
- Perform routine vehicle and foot patrol duty and monitor security alarm systems to detect theft and other criminal acts;
- Provide security escorts;
- Provide first aid when necessary;
- Perform dispatching and record keeping functions at a desk post.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old as of April 4, 2026;
- Must be able to work the full season and must complete all required DDS training;
- Must have a valid driver’s license;
- Must be able to travel.
Qualifications
- Experience working in the security field;
- Experience working or volunteering with people with disabilities;
- Experience working in a camp, park, or other recreational setting.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills;
- Oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency with judgment and discretion.
Benefits
No benefits with these positions.
Pay
$25.72* - $32.45/hour (*Individuals new to State employment start at the minimum of the range)
Schedule
- PCN 142012: Sunday & Monday: 2:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Tuesday - Saturday)
- PCN 142013: Tuesday - Saturday: 3:00 p.m.- 11:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
- PCN 141996: Sunday & Monday: 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Tuesday - Saturday)
- PCN 142011: Tuesday - Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
- PCN 142010: Friday - Saturday: 9:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday - Thursday)
- PCN 141998: Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Friday & Saturday)
Location
Camp Harkness is located in Southeastern Connecticut on the shores of Long Island Sound. The 102-acre property in Waterford CT is comprised of open and wooded land and includes tidal marsh and beachfront. Facilities at Camp Harkness include year-round and seasonal cabins, year-round cottages, seasonal tent sites, barnyard animals, picnic pavilions & grills, accessible playscape, scenic walkway and overlook, bathhouse, beach with seasonal boardwalk, gardens, dining hall, lodge, and infirmary. Camp Harkness is owned by the State of Connecticut and managed by the Department of Developmental Services.
Questions?
For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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