Security Guard 2024

Job title:

Security Guard 2024

Company

State of Wyoming

Job description

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:This position provides general campus security, behavioral support for difficult resident issues, and emergency medical response for health-related issues. The Wyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) operates an Intermediate Care Facility and a newly constructed Skilled Nursing Facility.The Wyoming Life Resource Center offers competitive pay and an excellent State of Wyoming benefits package!Human Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6794 /ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Respond to medical emergencies involving residents and staff. Situations may require the use of CPR and/or an AED.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly fire drills on Life Safety Code-certified buildings. Evaluate and document performance and participate in briefings to identify problems and suggest corrections.
• Conduct daily security checks of facility buildings and surrounding state property. Ensure building doors are secured after hours.
• Patrol campus by vehicle and on foot to provide a visual presence for staff and visitors. Offer assistance as needed and ensure compliance with traffic rules and speed limits.
• Complete reports and documentation.
• Fingerprint new employees.
• Respond to resident behavior emergencies and assume a lead role for difficult, aggressive, or combative resident behaviors. Participate in team debriefings.
• Diffuse and mediate contentious situations between employees and/or visitors who are agitated.
• Act as Incident Commander during disaster situations.
• Respond to and assist with common household utility problems.
• Complete training requirements and maintain certification in all required courses, including BLS, Mandt, Advanced Mandt, FEMA 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Train and prepare for the conditions of a disaster. Design and conduct mock events.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsPREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:Preference may be given to applicants with one or more years of security experience. Experience in the healthcare field is a plus.**The Agency requires the ability to become certified in BLS, Mandt, Advanced Mandt, and FEMA courses 100, 200, 700, and 800 within nine (9) months of employment. These certifications must be maintained throughout employment in this position.KNOWLEDGE:

• Skills in First Aid, CPR, and BLS.
• Ability to pass and maintain certification in BLS, Mandt, Advanced Mandt, and FEMA courses 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Knowledge of Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) and Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environmental regulations, fire drill requirements, and facility fire and disaster plans.
• Knowledge of the Incident Command System and ability to effectively function as the Incident Commander during a disaster event.
• Knowledge of facility security procedures and state and facility policies.
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to accurately write reports and document information. Reports and documentation must be legible, easy to understand, and written with proper grammar.
• Knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to trespassing, vehicle accidents, and crime scene protection.
• Ability to obtain a broad range of knowledge of facility residents.
• Ability and skill to resolve basic household utility problems.
• Skill and ability to deal with residents, staff, and the general public in a tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to mediate between upset staff and help resolve conflicts in a tactful and professional manner.
• Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations and the skill to interact professionally with local emergency response personnel.
• Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience Substitution:1-3 years of progressive work experience as a Security Guard with the acquired knowledge at the level of a Security Escort
OREducation:Associate’s Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)Experience:0-1 year of progressive work experience as a Security Guard with the acquired knowledge at the level of a Security Escort.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Agency may require a CDL license.Necessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work in a variety of locations and on a variety of surfaces.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items.
• Must be able to safely move, position, and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities (requires twisting, bending, kneeling, lifting, pushing, and pulling).
• Ability to monitor sounds, noises, clients’ location, etc. to assure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Requires the ability to respond to resident behavioral issues.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in

. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants. * A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.

• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

Supplemental InformationClick to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!to learn more!01(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate’s Degree
• Associate’s Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree and additional coursework
• Master’s Degree
• Master’s Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03(PSSG04) Which of the following best describes your work experience as a Security Guard. Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: provide as a bus driver, driving a public transportation vehicle for customers, and assisting with security of clients)

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.05Do you have one (1) or more years of experience in security?

• Yes
• No

06Please detail your security experience in the provided box below.07Do you have experience in the healthcare field?

• Yes
• No

08Describe your experience in the healthcare field in the box below.09Do you have the ability to become certified in BLS, Mandt, Advanced Mandt, and FEMA courses 100, 200, 700, and 800 within nine (9) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

10(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resourses Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

11(A) If you selected “Current State Employee” please provide the employee’s first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.12(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.13(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans’ preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans’ preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans’ preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

14(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran’s military service, and wish to claim veterans’ preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans’ preference status. By requesting veterans’ preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran – DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) – DD214 and Veteran’s Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran – DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

15(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume’ is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

Expected salary

$18.56 – 20.62 per hour

Location

Lander, WY

Job date

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:26:05 GMT

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