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Overview The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH) isseeking a dedicated candidate for Security Team Specialist I. Security Specialists provide protection and security at the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital Campus for its buildings, grounds, equipment, patients, students, visitors, and staff. Note : Assigned Days On and Off Discussed at Interviews Shift Information Day Shift 7AM-3:30PM Evening Shift 3PM-11:30PM Night Shift 11PM-7AM Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): Addresses concerns in a timely manner related to possible loss or damage from theft, fire, vandalism, civil disorder, violence, or other causes. Patrols campus buildings, parking lots and adjacent areas; enforces the Hospital’s parking, smoking, and other policies, and the Hospital’s traffic and safety regulations. Provides assistance during emergencies to DPH, DMH, and vendor programs on campus. Performs various duties required at fixed posts with a focus on customer service; monitors access control systems; maintains incident and daily logs; and related other duties as required. When needed, the Security Specialists administers emergency first aid as a designated first responder; also provides emergency coverage for other departments through assignments to various areas such as Transportation, the Mail Room, Operators, and snow removal teams. Required Qualifications Ability to deal tactfully with others, and to interact with people who are under emotional or physical stress. Can make decisions and act quickly in a dangerous or emergency situation. Read and gather information through interviewing and examining documents. Exercise sound judgement. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of standard police procedures. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to think analytically. Previous security experience. Working Conditions This position requires lifting and carrying heavy objects, and standing and walking for prolonged periods of time, with or without an accommodation. About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity. Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients. The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness. Relocation information Relocation information is available at mass.gov details about renovation for Shattuck Hospital replacement building. Pre-Hire Process A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit mass.gov/hhs/cori. 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, mass.gov. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Ext. 4. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in law enforcement or 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 are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in crisis intervention, suicide prevention, Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid. Based on assignment, incumbents may be required to possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver\\'s license at a class level specific to assignment. Substitutions: I. An Associate\'s degree or higher with a major in criminal justice, law enforcement, police science or a closely related field may substitute for the required experience. 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. Comprehensive Benefits 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. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards. COVID-19 Vaccination Regulation 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. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mass.gov

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