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Director Of Safety And Security

Office/On-Site

Recruitment # 250522-2703MP-001

Location Rocky Hill, CT

Date Opened 6/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $98,695* - $134,575/year (*New state employees start at the minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 6/16/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Are yo u passionate about providing safety and security programs and want to serve those who have served our country ?

Learn more and apply t od ay to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans !

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of V eterans Affairs (DVA (https://portal.ct.gov/DVA/About-Us) ) is now hiring for a Director Of Safety And Security (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2703MP&R1=&R3=) to join their team. This position is responsible for planning and executing all required Safety and Security programs.

HIGHLIGHTS

+ ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT

+ SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

+ POSITION NUMBER: 3275

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

+ Professional growth and development opportunities

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees

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.

ABOUT US

For over 140 years, 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.

When you walk through the doors of the Healthcare Center (HCC), one immediately feels a sense of community, comfort, and camaraderie. Our highly trained staff is dedicated to providing compassionate care to meet the unique needs of Veteran patients, built on the foundation of integrity, honor, and respect. We pride ourselves on fostering these qualities as we honor Veteran patients for their service and encourage the innate bond between them.

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: 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.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 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, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at [email protected].

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for directing the planning, development, coordination of safety and security services and programs at agency owned and leased facilities and properties.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Directs staff and operations of statewide safety and security services and programs at all state owned and leased properties;

+ Coordinates, plans and manages development of safety and security activities;

+ Establishes and maintains standards and procedures to ensure protection of employees, clients and the public while on state owned and leased properties as well as to ensure security of state equipment and properties;

+ Consults with and coordinates safety and security services with DAS Statewide Security Unit;

+ Coordinates security measures with other agencies or departments as well as community groups and local and State Police departments;

+ Assists in investigative activities of local and State Police which deal with properties under state or agency jurisdiction;

+ Establishes and coordinates safety procedures in such areas as fire safety, building safety inspection and emergency procedures including medical, fire evacuation and bomb threats;

+ Coordinates departmental OSHA safety program and conducts safety complaint investigations to ensure compliance with any safety, health and sanitary codes and environmental regulations;

+ Reviews and investigates departmental workers compensation activities;

+ Establishes and conducts a training program for departmental personnel and security staff;

+ Serves as departmental designee for State Emergency Operation Plan;

+ Prepares safety and security procedure manuals;

+ Consults with and advises department officials and managers on safety and security matters;

+ Oversees maintenance of records and logs of security incidents and completes required reports;

+ Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;

+ May oversee contracted security services;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of

+ relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations governing employee security and/or safety including safety, health and sanitary codes and environmental regulations;

+ modern security and/or safety procedures and methods;

+ planning and coordination of security and/or safety investigations;

+ Knowledge of management principles and practices;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Considerable ability to

+ develop, coordinate and direct a comprehensive security program;

+ organize and present clear and concise oral and written reports;

+ Ability to

+ train and provide employee and public security and/or safety information to assigned staff;

+ establish and maintain cooperative relationships with executives, associates, law enforcement personnel and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of experience in a security, public safety, law enforcement, corporate or industrial safety operation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity in a security and safety unit of a large employer. This experience must have included the security and safety of the employees, property, buildings and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

+ College training in business administration, public administration, 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 four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

+ A Master's degree in a closely related field to safety and security may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience managing employees in a union environment operating 24/7/365

+ Experience in safety, law enforcement, corporate or industrial safety operations in a healthcare or academic campus type environment

+ Experience in directing and coordinating Emergency Management Programs including Incident Management Teams in accordance with National Fire Protection Association Standards

+ Experience in coordinating a healthcare safety program in compliance with Connecticut Department of Public Health, Connecticut Department of Labor, and Federal agencies such as the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess Certified Protection Professional designation or the ability to acquire the designation within an established time frame.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to be on twenty-four hour call.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess any or all of the following certifications:

+ Certified Healthcare Protection Administer (CHPA)

+ Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP)

+ Certified Safety Executive (CSE)

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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