IVH-M SECURITY OFFICER (UMP)

Job Requisition ID: 47278 

Closing Date/Time: 05/29/2025
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs

Class Title: SECURITY OFFICER - 39870 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: $4,737 - $6,406/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $4,747/Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC029

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 47278

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Operate state issued vehicles, to escort and transport patients to different locations of the facility and appointments in the community.
• Performs fire safety and protection services at the Veterans Home by patrolling grounds and buildings to observe for security breaches and unsafe conditions.
• Assists Veterans Home staff with management of unruly individuals. Participates in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training for the non-violent physical control of combative patients.
• Interviews witnesses regarding complaints and prepare/submit written reports to investigator. Assists law enforcement and other state investigative agencies/entities/bodies with investigations of alleged events.
• Provides guidance and training to team members to acquaint them with policies and procedures of the department.
• Enforces vehicle speed, parking regulations and other traffic controls at the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.
• Qualifying state employees in the Upward Mobility Program shall have the stated requirements of this classification waived by successful completion of specific proficiency tests and training programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience working with security requirements and regulations for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of experience working with emergency response procedures including fire safety and controls for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of experience in the use of security enforcement practices and techniques.
• Two (2) years of experience providing initial responses to security breaches and safety hazards.
• Two (2) years of experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• One (1) year of basic proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office with basic computer skills.