What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Team Specialist II position at Wrentham Developmental Center?
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate to fill a Security Team Specialist II position located at the Wrentham Developmental Center.
The Security Team Specialist II is a first-level supervisor in the Security team Department. Security Team Specialist II, in addition to routine patrols, guarding,
inspection, and surveillance, will work under the supervision of the Security Team Chief in supervising Security Team Specialist I’s.
Administrative duties, on-the-job training, and report submission are expected of the Security Team Specialist II.
The STSII will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all facility policies and procedures and assist in scheduling officers to meet minimum staffing levels during shifts for the Department.
Job Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities stated are a general summary and not all inclusive
- Assisting in the planning, establishment, and monitoring of the appropriate security and emergency procedures for a
and protection of institution residents, employees, visitors.
- Supervises and coordinates the activities of Security Team Specialist I’s and other security personnel to ensure duties are
- Assist in scheduling and maintaining STS I’s to ensure minimum staffing is met.
- Patrol and monitor Facility grounds, conduct surveillance, screen visitors, and other reasonable measures to protect for
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of campus security personnel through observation and conferences and by
- Assist in appropriate on-the-job training of subordinates and arranged for ongoing professional training and development
- Assist in the investigation of traffic accidents and subsequent report documentation.
- Investigate complaints of suspicious activity, search for missing goods and persons, and mediate disputes.
- Inspect buildings, grounds, fire lanes, and emergency exits for compliance with safety standards to ensure campus
- Assist local fire department, law enforcement, and emergency medical services responding to emergencies at the
- Reinforce campus traffic, parking, and safety regulations, including assisting the Grounds Crew during snow storms.
- Operate equipment such as radios, computers, telephonic switchboards, and fax machines.
- Perform related duties as dictated by the Director of Operations and/or Facility Director at their sole discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in the care and use of protective equipment and conflict de-escalation.
- Knowledge of the terminology used in police work, criminal investigation, protective alarm systems and fingerprint
- Knowledge on the transportation of injured individuals, foot and auto patrols, and surveillance work.
- Knowledge of the methods and standards used for traffic, parking, and crowd management control.
- Knowledge of life-saving techniques, including but not limited to CPR, soft-restraints and tourniquets, and other
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and their use.
Agency Requirements:
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Special Requirements:
- Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a special police officer under Chapter 22C, Section 60 (DPH) and Section
59 (DMH & DMR) of the Massachusetts General Laws.
- This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency
candidate be required to report to work.
- This position is in a program that operates 24-hour/7 days a week. Candidates must be flexible in their work schedule.
dictate the need.
Schedule Information:
Full-time – 40 hour weekly position
Schedule – 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Days off – Friday and Saturday
Flexibility with work schedule will be required for this position.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppcabuser-
registry
- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.
- https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks
selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of
the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s
website.
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.
If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please
click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form
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assistance.
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human
Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.
ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.
This is a Civil Service position. If there is no Civil Service list for this title, employees appointed must take and pass the
next Civil Service examination when administered.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in a governmental police force or in law enforcement work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree with a major in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*
II. A Bachelor's degree or higher, with a major in criminal justice, police science or law enforcement may be substituted for the required experience.*
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Special Requirements: Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a special police officer under Chapter 22C, Section 60 (DPH) and Section 59 (DMH & DMR) of the Massachusetts General Laws.
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.
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- Applies to congregate care and 24/7 facilities
Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“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.
