Security Officer 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks reliable Security Officer 1 to protect state-owned buildings and support safety for all entrants in Harrisburg. Responsibilities include access control, public assistance, patrols, emergency response, vehicle screening, and facility oversight.

Full-time position based in the Bureau of Police and Safety, Capitol Police Division. Telework is not available; shifts vary and include 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and 10:15 AM–6:15 PM.

Qualifications

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• Veterans’ employment preferences apply in accordance with Pennsylvania law.

Responsibilities

• Building Access Control: Monitor entrances, check identification, and ensure only authorized individuals enter designated areas.
• Public Assistance: Provide directions, answer questions, and assist employees and visitors within assigned buildings.
• Security Patrols: Check doors, lighting, equipment, and building conditions to identify hazards or unauthorized activity.
• Emergency Response: Contact emergency services, administer first aid, and support safety procedures during critical situations.
• Vehicle Screening: Observe and log vehicles entering the Capitol truck roadway and conduct visual and hand wand inspections.
• Facility Oversight: Verify the security of sensitive storage areas and report fire or safety hazards to proper authorities.

Job description

$38,515.00 - $56,646.00 Annually

Dauphin County, PA

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

N-2026-58683

Department of General Services

GS Capitol Plc Div

09/28/2026

10/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

74710

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

UGSOA

R1

ST03

00153320

Bureau of Police and Safety, Capitol Police Division

70E Capitol East Wing

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

17125

Sharon Capello

717.346.9733

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The Department of General Services is seeking reliable and alert individuals to join the Bureau of Police and Safety as Security Officer 1 employees. In this important role, you will help protect state-owned buildings and support the safety of everyone who enters them. Your presence will make a meaningful difference each day as you uphold security, provide assistance, and promote a safe environment.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps maintain the safety and security of Commonwealth buildings and the people who use them. Your work supports daily operations by ensuring secure facilities and providing assistance during routine and emergency situations. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Building Access Control: Monitor entrances, check identification, and ensure only authorized individuals enter designated areas
• Public Assistance: Provide directions, answer questions, and assist employees and visitors within assigned buildings
• Security Patrols: Check doors, lighting, equipment, and building conditions to identify hazards or unauthorized activity
• Emergency Response: Contact emergency services, administer first aid, and support safety procedures during critical situations
• Vehicle Screening: Observe and log vehicles entering the Capitol truck roadway and conduct visual and hand wand inspections
• Facility Oversight: Verify the security of sensitive storage areas and report fire or safety hazards to proper authorities

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 shift varies, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 10:15 AM to 6:15 PM
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework for 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 Requirements:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.

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.