Job Description

Salary

$38,515.00 - $56,646.00 Annually

Location

Lackawanna County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-46982-74710

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Clarks Summit St Hosp

Opening Date

04/08/2026

Closing Date

4/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

74710

Position Number

00287530

Union

UGSOA

Bargaining Unit

R1

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

Are you passionate about protecting and ensuring the safety of people and property? The Department of Human Services is actively seeking a Security Officer 1 to join our security team at Clarks Summit State Hospital. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of maintaining a safe and secure environment for our patients, staff, visitors, and property within the hospital grounds. If you are dedicated and reliable individual who is eager to build a career in the security field, we invite you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for safeguarding people and property while enforcing Commonwealth and facility regulations related to hospital operations during normal and emergency situations. Work involves performing security patrols of the facility, monitoring security systems and cameras, and investigating complaints, accidents, incidents, and potential violations of policies, laws, rules and regulations. This includes performing security checks of all buildings to ensure all doors and windows are secure and that no unauthorized personnel are located on hospital property, conducting searches for missing patients, and responding to all emergency situations. You will also maintain security daily logs and reports, as well as prepare incident and accident reports when needed.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Sunday - Saturday. You will have every other weekend off and work rotating holidays.
• Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Travel and overtime: As needed.
• Free parking.
• 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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work

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