Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00067766

Description Activated On:  8/5/2026 3:19:39 PM


Position Purpose:
Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

This position is responsible for the protection of persons and property at the Pennsylvania Soldiers and Sailors Home.

Description of Duties:
Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

Work desk duty as assigned. Monitor the camera system. Patrol grounds at intervals by car and on foot and make rounds of buildings, grounds, parking and storage areas to check for theft, trespass, and violation of fire and safety rules and regulations. Assist visitors, residents and staff by answering telephones and giving directions and information. Prevent unauthorized persons from loitering on grounds or entering building or storage areas.

Complete assigned rounds and check door locks of offices, storage, laundry, maintenance and garage areas; make sure lights are on or off as necessary and secure all buildings after hours. Document observations and actions by completing daily reports at the end of the shift.

Conduct investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects.

Call the Facility Maintenance Manager 3 after hours and on weekends and holidays for emergency repairs and snow, ice or debris removal.

May participate in and assist with fire drills and fire and safety inspections of assigned buildings and inspect fire extinguishers.

As applicable: transport Residents to and from local hospitals and doctor appointments; take deposits to the bank; deliver lab samples or resident information sheets to local hospitals; make special mail runs to local overnight pick up stations; conduct accurate inventories of the deceased Residents’ personal possessions; and take new resident/employee photos and issue ID badges.

Performs work in accordance with the DMVA general safety rules and safety rules for this position. Immediately reports all workplace injuries or incidents to the supervisor; and/or immediately corrects any safety hazards in the work area or reports same to supervisor.

Conduct searches of vehicles and personal property under suspicious circumstances.

Assist nursing in locating and returning missing residents. Work cooperatively with police in the investigation and search for missing residents. Assist residents during an emergency.

Direct and control traffic and parking and enforce the rules and regulations of the facility as it pertains to motor vehicles.

Respond promptly to emergency calls, performing duties and following procedures as defined in the emergency disaster handbook or by facility protocol.

Supports the facility QAPI efforts by attending all assigned QAPI training and following established policies and procedures in support of QAPI. Participate in PIP teams as assigned. Share ideas for improvement in the organization; support QAPI efforts both verbally and nonverbally, including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with QAPI initiative and findings.

Perform other related duties as required.

Use personal protective equipment when required such as gloves, masks, face shield, etc.

Decision Making:
Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

Check for theft, trespass, and violation of fire and safety rules.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

Experience:



Licenses, registrations, or certifications:

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  Class C Driver's License
 
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Essential Functions
: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
 2. Use hand held radios, walkie talkies, telephones, etc.
 3. Meet audio, visual, mental, and physical acuity requirements
 4. Operate surveillance/security equipment and monitors
 5. Walk, run, jump, crawl, kneel, stoop, bend, sit, stand, lift, grasp, and climb stairs
 6. Observe, investigate, record, and render written and verbal reports
 7. Use standard office equipment and software
 8. Work in various weather conditions (ie. snow, ice, rain, heat, humidity)
 9. Use personal protective equipment such as, gloves, hats, glasses, etc.
 10. Respond to emergencies, incidents, alarms and calls for assistance