Security Team Specialist

Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services; Wrentham (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services seeks a Security Team Specialist I to provide security for residents, staff and property at a 400-acre campus serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities include patrolling buildings, screening visitors, investigating incidents, assisting local fire, police and EMS, deterring trespass, supporting evacuations, and operating radios and phones.

Qualifications

• Minimum entrance requirements: at least one year of full-time or equivalent work involving protection and/or security of buildings, equipment or individuals.
• Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide security for residents, staff and property at a 400-acre facility for the developmentally challenged.
• Patrol assigned campus buildings and adjacent areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle.
• Guards against trespass, theft, damage to property or injury to individuals by screening visitors, inspecting rooms, controlling crowds, conducting surveillance, searching for missing goods and persons, investigating complaints and reports of suspicious activity, mediating disputes, and inspecting buildings, grounds, fire lanes, and emergency exits for safety compliance.
• Assist local fire department, law enforcement and emergency medical services responding to emergencies at the facility.
• Assist in the investigation of traffic accidents and ensure reports are properly written; reinforce campus traffic, parking, and safety regulations.
• Assist in the evacuation of youth, clients, residents in drills or emergency situations.
• Assist grounds crew during snow storms.
• Operate equipment such as telephone switchboard, two way radios, fax, and computer equipment.

Skills

Security experience

Education

Associates degree or higher

Job description

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.

The Facility is seeking to fill a Security Team Specialist I position. The facility is located on a 400 acre campus; providing services for a 250-bed facility serving the more complex medical, rehabilitative, educational, and recreational needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and challenges.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide security for residents, staff and property at a 400-acre facility for the developmentally challenged.
• Patrol assigned campus buildings and adjacent areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle.
• Guards against trespass, theft, damage to property or injury to individuals by screening visitors, inspecting rooms, controlling crowds, conducting surveillance, searching for missing goods and persons, investigate complaints and reports of suspicious activity, mediate disputes, and inspect buildings, grounds, fire lanes, and emergency exits for compliance with safety standards to ensure campus security.
• Assist local fire department, law enforcement and emergency medical services responding to emergencies at the facility.
• Assist in the investigation of traffic accidents making sure that all reports are written properly; reinforce campus traffic, parking, and safety regulations.
• Assist in the evacuation of youth, clients, residents in drills or emergency situations.
• Assist grounds crew during snow storms.
• Operate equipment such as telephone switchboard, two way radios, fax, and computer equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a special police officer under Chapter 22C, Section 60 (DPH) and Section 59 (DMH & DMR) of the Massachusetts General Laws.

Candidate will be in possession of an Associates degree or higher.

Knowledge of methods and procedures followed in security of buildings and property.

Understanding of the laws, rules and regulations governing arrest. search and seizure.

Candidate will hold an acceptable driving record.

Please Note

• This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, selected candidate be required to report to work.
• This position is in a program that operates 24-hour/7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible in their work schedule.
• The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform Mandatory Overtime when circumstances dictate the need.

Schedule Information

Full-time – 40-hour weekly position

Schedule – 3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Days off – Sunday and Monday

Flexibility with work schedule will be required for this position.

About the Department of Developmental Services

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search:

https:cppdmass.gov

- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.

http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in work involving the protection and/or security of buildings, equipment or individuals, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services, Department of Mental Health and Department of Public Health are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid. Additionally, applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Substitutions

I. An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field may substitute for the required experience.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at a class level specific to assignment.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.