STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Statewide Safety and Security Coordinator

Office/On-site

Recruitment #231114-2704PS-001

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Property & Facilities, Statewide Security Unit has an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to serve as a 
Statewide Safety & Security Coordinator. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
  • Work for a Forbes top company - ‘Forbes’: State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule
  • A competitive starting salary
  • Excellent state benefit package, including health and dental coverage
  • Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year, in addition to vacation, sick, and personal leave accruals
  • Retirement plan options, group life insurance, and other supplemental benefits
  • Alternate work schedules
  • A culture that encourages work-life balance
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.  Click here for more information.
Position Details:
  • Full-time, Monday-Friday
  • First Shift
  • Located in Hartford, CT
Position Responsibilities: 
In this role you are accountable for serving as a coordinator and liaison between DAS Statewide Security and the Executive branch state agencies, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and/or various contractors. Reporting directly to the Statewide Director of Security & Safety Management, you will have responsibilities for all aspects of our statewide security program. There will also be involvement with new construction and renovation projects. 

Incumbents should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on being detail oriented with excellent documentation and recordkeeping capabilities and enjoy working in a fast paced and multi-tasking environment.

Selection Plan

To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Important Information After You Apply:
  • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Connect With Us:
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Hayley Newhouse, at Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for coordinating and conducting a variety of statewide security and emergency response services designed to ensure the control, integrity, security and safety of state-owned and leased properties, assets and systems.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Acts as a coordinator and liaison between statewide security and state agencies and/or contractors; conducts building security assessments of state owned and leased buildings; monitors and evaluates contractor performance for compliance with contract reporting and timetable requirements; facilitates system installations, schedules tests and maintenance and monitors overall system performance; manages and/or operates system accesses, key control, cameras and security console equipment; responds to security-related incidents; assists in investigations of instances of crime, trespass, damage, disorderly conduct or workplace violence occurring on properties; performs video surveillance system reviews; maintains and updates records; participates as member of DAS Statewide Incident Management team; assists in the implementation of evacuation and threat procedures; develops and delivers safety and security training programs to state employees; coordinates and compiles statewide workplace violence reports; may deploy contracted security staff as needed; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of security systems, techniques and procedures; considerable knowledge of safety procedures and methods; knowledge of contract evaluation and monitoring functions; knowledge of emergency response protocols; knowledge of relevant statewide policies and procedures; knowledge in planning and coordination of security and/or safety investigation techniques; ability to coordinate a comprehensive security program on a statewide basis; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies; ability to apply good judgment and discretion; ability to conduct investigations; ability to utilize computer software; some ability to analyze emergency situations and take appropriate corrective action.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in investigatory work, law enforcement or technical or administrative work in government security.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in the law enforcement or security.  
  • Experience conducting building security assessments and creating procedures based on findings. 
  • Experience working with security databases and access control, alarm, and video surveillance systems. 
  • Experience in conducting investigations and documenting conclusions.
  • Experience with workplace violence prevention by conducting threat assessments, developing prevention strategies, and responding to incidents.  
  • Experience creating security policies and procedures.
  • Experience in developing and delivering security-related training programs.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite 365.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
  2. Incumbents in this class are required to obtain and retain a standard First Aid certificate and CPR certificate.

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.

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.





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