Patrol Officer

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid holidays

Retirement plans

Leave benefits

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is seeking a Patrol Officer for Central State Hospital in Petersburg, VA. The role involves patrolling facilities to deter crime, responding to calls, and collaborating with local law enforcement.

A Virginia driver’s license and prior security or law enforcement experience are required. The position may require working additional shifts as needed, with a 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm schedule.

Qualifications

• All qualifications you have must be represented in your application/resume as verifiable work experience.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License is required.
• Previous Security, Law Enforcement, Correctional, or Military experience is required.
• Previous experience working in Mental Health is required.
• Ability to become certified as a DCJS unarmed Security Officer.

Responsibilities

• Patrols within statutory jurisdiction to deter crime and ensure safety.
• Responds to calls for service promptly.
• Assist Local Law Enforcement with investigations on state property.
• Provide crime prevention services through patrols and safety presentations.
• Ensure facilities and occupants are secure by following policies and procedures.
• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch appropriate officers.
• Inspect patrol vehicles at the start of each shift.
• Testify in court when needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Security/Law Enforcement experience

Mental health experience

DCJS unarmed Security Officer

Job description

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License

Title: Patrol Officer

State Role Title: 69113

Hiring Range: $44,625.00 - $61,328.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

***Any and all qualifications that you have must be represented in your application/resume as verifiable work experience.***

This position will be assigned to a shift 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm and depending on the needs of the department. Candidate may need to work other shifts depending on department needs.

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Job Duties

• Patrols within statutory jurisdiction; properties, buildings, and parking lots by foot, vehicle, or as assigned to establish a visible presence to deter criminal activity and to detect incidents compromising safety and security.
• Responds to calls for service in a timely manner.
• Assist Local Law Enforcement with Investigations of vehicle crashes on state owned property consistent with Department policies.
• Provides crime prevention services to facility through frequent patrols and safety presentations.
• Ensures that facilities and occupants are secure and safe by following Hospital and Departmental Policy and Procedure.
• Takes appropriate observation and notification actions to support law enforcement authorities in the prevention and investigation of criminal law violations consistent with Department policies and Virginia State Code.
• Performs facility fire drills to maintain compliance with State Fire Marshal and Joint Commission regulations.
• Performs patrols to check doors and windows of buildings on campus.
• Checks out Department cell phone for work business.
• Properly raise, lower and store flags for CSH and HDMC.
• Using a dispatched system, receive emergency and non-emergency calls for service, requesting police, fire protection and support service; determine the nature, location, priority, and dispatch the appropriate public safety officer or tradesman without delay.
• Conduct inspection of patrol vehicles at the beginning of each shift.
• Respond in a professional manner to various incidents and emergencies.
• Issue keys out with proper paperwork and signatures.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor when interacting with others.
• Responds to criminal investigations in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Investigates, observes, and reports suspected criminal activity to law enforcement authorities.
• Testify in court when needed.
• Be able to type and send reports.
• Values the work of others through mutual respect and support.
• Maintains all equipment and uniforms in satisfactory condition.
• Works overtime as needed for Department and Hospital functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License
• Previous Security, Law Enforcement, Correctional, or Military experience
• Previous experience working in Mental Health

Additional Considerations

• Ability to become certified as a DCJS unarmed Security Officer

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements

Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or those with pending “barrier” charges.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Department

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.