Security Team Specialist II

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 state facility to ensure compliance with standard policies, practices, laws, rules and regulations and to ensure the safety
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 performed in accordance with established procedures.
- 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 the health and wellbeing of the individuals on campus.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of campus security personnel through observation and conferences and by reviewing reports and logs.
- Assist in appropriate on-the-job training of subordinates and arranged for ongoing professional training and development programs for security personnel.
- 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 security.
- Assist local fire department, law enforcement, and emergency medical services responding to emergencies at the facility.
- 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 identification.
- 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 techniques used in the field of first responders.
- 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.

Please Note:

- This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency
Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, selected 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.
The Department requires employees in this position to be able to perform Mandatory Overtime when circumstances 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