Security Officer 1

About the role

The Security Officer 1 position within the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of residents, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building and grounds patrols to check for safety concerns, theft, or unauthorized activity
• Secure buildings, check locks, and ensure proper lighting during and after operating hours
• Direct parking and vehicle movement while enforcing facility rules
• Help visitors, residents, and staff by giving information and preventing unauthorized access
• Respond to urgent situations, assist with missing residents, and coordinate with police as needed
• Gather information, interview individuals, and document findings during investigations

Qualifications

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license
• You must be able to perform essential job functions
• Special Requirement: Must have a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license
• Additional Requirement: Must be able to perform essential job functions
• Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience in the security field including the following duties:
• Patrol grounds and buildings
• Check for violation of fire and safety rules and regulations
• Check locks and lights of buildings or offices
• Answer phone calls related to security concerns or emergencies
• Assist and offer customer service to visitors and the public
• Approach unauthorized persons to prevent loitering
• Assist with police investigations
• Work with fire and safety panels, such as addressing alarms and resetting trouble codes
• Work with disaster and emergency preparedness plans
• Operate surveillance and security equipment and monitors
• Experience in a nursing-type facility searching for missing residents or assisting residents during an emergency

Pay

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.