Security Officer 1 - Loysville Youth Development Center

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Loysville Youth Development Center seeks a Security Officer I to help maintain a safe campus. You will patrol buildings, monitor facilities, assist with emergencies, and manage front office operations to support daily security and youth safety.

This full-time role requires weekend shifts and 40 hours weekly. You must hold a PA driver’s license and pass medical and background checks. The position starts at $39,287 per year and offers benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Patrol campus buildings, grounds, and perimeters.
• Monitor facilities and report issues to maintenance.
• Assist with emergencies and youth transport as needed.
• Operate front desk, switchboard, and entry controls.
• Comply with state safety and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus buildings, grounds, fences, gates, and vehicles.
• Monitor heat plant and water systems; identify minor issues and contact maintenance when needed.
• Assist with missing person searches, cottage emergencies, and youth transport to ensure safety on campus.
• Operate the switchboard, handle incoming and outgoing calls, and monitor radio alerts.
• Dispatch vehicles, oversee keys and badges, process mail, and coordinate searches for smooth operations.
• Operate the front gate, check visitors, manage traffic, and respond to perimeter alarms.

Job description

THE POSITION

In this vital role, you help maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring buildings, equipment, and activity across the campus. Your steady presence, strong awareness, and dependable decision-making support the safety of youth, staff, and visitors. Take on a position where your commitment to protecting others strengthens the entire facility and makes a meaningful impact every day.

THE POSITION

In this vital role, you help maintain a safe and secure environment by monitoring buildings, equipment, and activity across the campus. Your steady presence, strong awareness, and dependable decision-making support the safety of youth, staff, and visitors. Take on a position where your commitment to protecting others strengthens the entire facility and makes a meaningful impact every day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports campus safety by monitoring buildings, equipment, and daily activity throughout the Loysville Youth Development Center. It plays a key role in keeping the grounds secure and assisting staff during emergencies and routine operations. As a Security Officer 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Patrol Campus: Check buildings, grounds, fences, gates, and vehicles through routine patrols to maintain safety and security
• Monitor Facilities: Observe heat plant and water systems, identify minor issues, and contact maintenance when needed
• Support Emergencies: Assist with missing person searches, cottage emergencies, and youth transport to ensure safety on campus
• Operate Communications: Manage the switchboard, handle incoming and outgoing calls, and monitor radio alerts
• Manage Front Office: Dispatch vehicles, oversee keys and badges, process mail, and coordinate searches for smooth operations
• Control Entry: Operate the front gate, check visitors, manage traffic, and respond to perimeter alarms

Work Schedule and Additional Information

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

Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

• Loysville Youth Development Center is staffed by 3 work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You will work a 5-day workweek, including weekends and holidays, with 2 set regular days off. 8 hour shifts with no duty-free lunch will include:
• 1st shift: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
• 2nd shift: 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM
• 3rd shift: 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $39,287.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Special Requirements

• You must possess 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 Guidelines.
• 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 Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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).

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.