Capitol Security Officer / Capitol Complex Security Off - Job ID 76030

Job Summary

This position exists to protect life and property; to create and maintain a safe and secure environment; and prevent disruption of business of government agencies, through active intervention and observation, education, and enforcement on the Capitol complex.

This announcement will be used to fill multiple positions at this location. 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience as a Security Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, or Peace Officer;
OR
Two (2) years of customer service-related experience in a fast paced environment. 

AND

• High School Diploma/GED and a valid MN Driver's License.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions, speak, read, and understand the English language sufficiently to read and apply security procedures, write reports, and interact with customers.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post secondary course work in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or related field.
• Formal first aid/CPR training (Red Cross or equivalent)
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook computer applications.
• Working knowledge of the Capitol complex and associated grounds.
• Bi-lingual 

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as files boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extend periods. 

Prolonged standing, walking long distances and the ability to run and/or climb stairs and ladders. 

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

1. Criminal History Check
2. Reference Check
3. Fingerprints (MNJIS)
4. Driver's License Check
5. Hearing Assessment
6. Vision Assessment
7. US Citizenship Check
8. Tax Filing Status

Application Details

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us or 651-201-7296.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept 

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

Why Work for Us 

Diverse Workforce 

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule 

Comprehensive Benefits 

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include: 

• Public pension plan 
• Training and professional development 
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 11 paid holidays each year 
• Paid parental leave 
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage 
• Prescription drug coverage 
• Vision coverage 
• Wellness programs and resources 
• Employer paid life insurance 
• Short-term and long-term disability 
• Health care spending and savings accounts 
• Dependent care spending account 
• Tax-deferred compensation 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program