PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Connecticut Lottery Corporation this class is accountable for providing a variety of security services designed to ensure the control, integrity and safety of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation properties and corporate assets.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation Director of Security or other employee of higher grade.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May coordinate and/or lead safety related programs internally.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Performs independent integrity verification for Connecticut Lottery Corporation processes and/or programs;
- Performs inspection and verification of ticket shipments;
- Checks locks and seal numbers on all shipments;
- Completes reports on damaged shipments;
- Reviews working papers of all games to insure proper security features;
- Provides videotaping of drawings and verification of winning tickets;
- Maintains video library of all drawings;
- Oversees destruction of tickets and completes related paperwork;
- Performs routine patrol duties and monitors security and alarms systems;
- Manages and/or operates access system and security console equipment including maintenance of videotapes;
- Researches videotapes for various purposes;
- Provides security escorts for visitors, contractors and employees;
- Ensures protection of buildings and parking areas on all Connecticut Lottery Corporation properties;
- Investigates complaints, maintains records and takes corrective action or refers to higher authority;
- Gathers information for assistance to Department of Consumer Protection Police Officers when requested;
- Maintains daily activity logs and completes required reports;
- Assists in investigations of instances of crime, trespass, damage or disorderly conduct occurring on properties;
- Responds to security alarms, power outages and other facility related problems;
- Implements evacuation activities and threat procedures;
- Coordinates Connecticut Lottery Corporation floor warden and first responder programs;
- Utilizes x-ray machine for suspicious mail;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of
- physical security systems, techniques and procedures;
- emergency responses;
- traffic and crowd control, fire prevention and security;
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- computers and technology in area of security;
- Skills
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies;
- analyze emergency situations and take appropriate corrective action;
- apply good judgment and discretion.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in the protection of persons or property or enforcement of security regulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in criminal justice or a closely related field 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 one (1) year.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
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Incumbents in this class are required to obtain an Occupational License prior to employment with the Connecticut Lottery Corporation and retain licensure during their period of employment.
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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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Incumbents must be in good health and must have and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity to effectively perform the duties of the class.
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Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to the attendant discomforts of working outdoors, the effort of prolonged periods of walking and standing while on foot patrol and/or guard duty and to some danger of injury in performing the duties of the class.
COMPENSATION GUIDELINES
In accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement's compensation guidelines.
JOB CLASS DESIGNATION
Classified/Competitive
OCCUPATIONAL GROUP
(28)-Police-Protective Services
BARGAINING UNIT
(09)-PROTECT SERV (NP-5)
EEO
(4)-Protective Service
SALARY INFORMATION
PS 05
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
CANCELLATION CLAUSE
This replaces the existing specification for the class of Connecticut Lottery Corporation Security Officer in Salary Group PS 05 approved effective October 7, 2022. (Reviewed in accordance with Connecticut General Statute § 5-200a. Revised to modernize format and add Acknowledgement section) Final No. 24-127
EFFECTIVE DATE
07/25/2024
CLASS: 8134PS;
EST: 5/3/2002;
REV: 7/25/2024;