Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer

Recruitment #200826-1248PS-001

Location

Bridgeport, CT

Date Opened

9/3/2020 12:00:00 AM

Salary

$43,092* - $57,828/year (*New State employees start at the minimum)

Job Type

Open to the Public

Close Date

9/12/2020 11:59:00 PM

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Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

The DMHAS, Office of the Commissioner (OOC) seeks a dynamic and experienced individual for the position of Buildings and Grounds Patrol Officer (PCN 100397). This is a Non-Hazardous Duty position and is within the Safety Services Division. We are located at Greater Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center (GBCMHC), 1635 Central Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. The work schedule is 3rd shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The days off during the pay period varies with every other weekend off.

Are you a self-starter? Do you have a passion for supporting others? Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector? If so, we want you to join us!

Discover the opportunity to:

Engage in a rewarding career in public safety by ensuring the physical security and safety of patients, staff and visitors;
Screen and control access of individuals, vehicles, property, and mail/packages into and out of the secured area of the building;
Respond to and therapeutically intervene (verbal/physical) in emergency situations involving patients exhibiting violent, aggressive, or out-of-control behavior;
Assist Safety Director in carrying out assigned responsibilities;
Implement effective responses to fire emergencies, bomb threats, hostage incidents, barricaded person, situations involving weapons and assist in evacuation procedures;
Provide outside emergency response personnel, i.e. fire, ambulance, Hazmat, etc. access to locked areas;
Respond to medical emergencies; and
Administer first aid or CPR/AED to injured or ill persons.

We participate in competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off!

Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system. At any point during the recruitment process, applicants might be asked to submit additional documentation, which support your qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the hiring agency. Do not attach these documents to your application submission.

Questions about this recruitment should be directed to Doreen Clemson, DMHAS HR, 860-262-7116 or Doreen.Clemson@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At a state institution, university or school, facility or at the State Regional Market this class is accountable for providing basic security services designed to insure the control and safety of clients, students, employees and the visiting public.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Enforces regulations relating to parking and traffic control as established by assigned agency; directs traffic on state property; issues tickets for violations; gives information and assistance to visitors; guards entrances and exits to prevent trespass, vandalism, theft and other violations; performs routine vehicle and foot patrol duty and monitors security and alarm systems to detect theft and other criminal acts; provides security escorts; provides first aid when necessary; performs dispatching and record keeping functions at a desk post; at a state hospital, assists in maintaining order among patients; assists in searching for missing patients; may assist in fire prevention and fire fighting activities; at an agency or institution, may oversee the activities of fellow officers as designated; at the State Regional Market, collects stall fees from vendors and prepares receipts of same; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Interpersonal skills; basic oral and written communication skills; ability to think and act quickly in an emergency with judgment and discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience or training which would provide the skills and abilities indicated above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Appointment to positions within the Connecticut Marketing Authority will be in accordance with Section 22-63a(d) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain a Standard First Aid Certificate and/or CPR certification.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to the attendant discomforts of working outdoors, to the effort of prolonged periods of walking and standing while on foot patrol and/or guard duty, and to some danger of injury in performing the duties of the class.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/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.