STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer

Office/On-site

Recruitment #240923-1248PS-001

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Introduction


Are you looking for the next step in your career?
Looking for somewhere with growth potential?
Learn more and apply today to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans!

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking two (2) Buildings and Grounds Patrol Officers to join our team of dedicated team, supporting veterans and ensuring their safety. In this role, you will focus on ensuring the control and safety of clients, employees, and the visiting public. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the well-being of those who have served our country. See below for details!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Location: Rocky Hill, CT
  • Schedule by position:
    • Full-time: 40 hours per week, third shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.)
      • Please note: This third shift position is eligible for a shift differential
    • Part-time: 32 hours per week, first shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)
  • *Should you be invited for an interview, the schedule will be discussed in detail.
WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:
  • Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer
  • Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the Best Employers of 2023. Experience national acclaim for providing unparalleled job growth, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules.
  • Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Embrace a healthy work/life balance tailored to all employees
*Benefit offerings may vary with part-time positions
    DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
    • Engage in a rewarding career
    • Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve
    • Assist our clients so they can achieve success
    • Make a difference in the public sector
    • Work together in a collaborative team environment
    MORE ABOUT US:
    For over 140 years the State of Connecticut DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

    The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA:
    • Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community;
    • Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.
    Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us. 

    Selection Plan

    FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
    Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!

    Salary Information:
    Full-time (40 hours per week)  $51,096* - $64,489 (*New state employees start at the minimum) 
    Part-time (32 hours per week) $24.48* - $30.89 (*New state employees start at the minimum)

    To Apply:
    • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
    • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
    • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
    • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
    • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 
    Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
    • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
    • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
    • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
    • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
    • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
    • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
    • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
    • Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.
    Connect With Us:
    • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
    • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Alyssa Hovanec via email at Alyssa.Hovanec@ct.gov.

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    At a state institution, university or school, or facility this class is accountable for providing basic security services designed to ensure the control and safety of clients, students, employees and the visiting public.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    • Enforces regulations relating to parking and traffic control as established by assigned agency; 
    • Directs traffic on state property; 
    • Issues tickets for violations; 
    • Gives information and assistance to visitors; 
    • Guards entrances and exits to prevent trespass, vandalism, theft and other violations; 
    • Performs routine vehicle and foot patrol duty and monitors security and alarm systems to detect theft and other criminal acts; 
    • Provides security escorts; 
    • Provides first aid when necessary; 
    • Performs dispatching and record keeping functions at a desk post; 
    • At a state hospital, assists in maintaining order among patients; 
    • Assists in searching for missing patients; 
    • At an agency or institution, may oversee the activities of fellow officers as designated;
    • May assist in fire prevention and fire fighting activities;
    • Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    • Skills
      • interpersonal skills; 
      • oral and written communication skills; 
    • Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency with judgment and discretion.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Any experience or training which would provide the skills and abilities indicated above.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience working in the field of security and public safety
    • Experience with face-to-face interactions with the public
    • Experience guarding entrances and preventing trespass
    • Experience performing foot patrol duty
    • Experience working at a post or desk checking in visitors using a security data base
    • Experience providing escorts
    • Experience working or volunteering with Veterans

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain a Standard First Aid Certificate and/or CPR certification.

    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

    • Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.
    • 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, to 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.

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    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.




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