Security Officer 1 - Clarks Summit State Hospital (2nd shift)
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania 18411 United States View Map

Summary

Salary

$38,515.00 - $56,646.00 Annually

Location

Lackawanna County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-55210-74710

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Clarks Summit St Hosp

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

8/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

74710

Position Number

00287530

Union

UGSOA

Bargaining Unit

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00210777

Bureau / Division

Department of Human Services/Clarks Summit State Hospital

Worksite Address

1451 Hillside Drive

City

Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18411

Contact Name

HHS Intake section

Contact Email

ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Security Officer 1 positions at Clarks Summit State Hospital offer an important opportunity to help protect people, property and daily operations. This role allows you to support the safety of patients, staff and visitors through active patrol and quick response. You will join a dependable team that works together to maintain order and prevent harm. Step into a position where your efforts help create a secure and stable environment.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on protecting life and property while enforcing rules and supporting safety throughout the hospital grounds. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

Safety Patrols: Perform walking and mobile rounds to monitor conditions across the facility
Security Monitoring: Review camera feeds and security systems to identify risks or violations
Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies and work to stabilize situations on hospital grounds
Incident Investigation: Investigate complaints, rule violations and safety concerns
Building Checks: Inspect buildings to ensure doors, windows and areas are secure
Missing Patient Searches: Conduct searches for missing or AWOL patients according to policy

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment.
Work hours are 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Sunday - Saturday.
- Rotating holidays and weekends. Every second weekend off
Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
Travel and overtime: As needed.
Free parking.
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement:

This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

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