Security Officer

Salary $18.46 Hourly Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Temporary Part-time Job Number N-2026-52556 Department Department of Agriculture Division AG Sf Scy Div Opening Date 07/01/2026 Closing Date 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 74710 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting Union UGSOA Bargaining Unit R1 Pay Group ST03 Bureau / Division Code 00047531 Bureau / Division Safety and Security Division Worksite Address 2300 North Cameron Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17110 Contact Name Zachary Bender Contact Email THE POSITION As an Event and Traffic Safety Staff member with the Department of Agriculture, you will help keep the Farm Show complex safe and welcoming. This position allows you to handle a variety of duties, from assisting visitors to monitoring facility conditions. You will use clear communication and problem solving to support smooth daily operations. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and responding to dynamic situations. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the safety and security of the Farm Show complex by monitoring activity, assisting visitors, and maintaining safe traffic and parking areas. The role also involves responding to emergencies and communicating important information to staff and leadership. As an Event and Traffic Safety Staff, you will perform the following duties: Patrol Duties: Complete interior and exterior patrols to maintain a safe environment Traffic Support: Manage parking areas and maintain steady traffic flow during events Customer Service: Provide clear information and assistance to visitors, clients, and participants Communication Skills: Share important details with supervisors and departments through written and verbal updates Emergency Response: Respond to alarms and assist emergency teams with accurate location details Operational Tasks: Prepare parking areas, manage lost and found items, and complete daily logs Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Free on-site parking Temporary, part-time employment All guards operate on an on-call basis, with no specific shifts assigned. This arrangement allows for flexibility in staffing to accommodate the needs of events held at the facility. Work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and various shifts as required. The specific hours and days may change based upon operational needs. 1st shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM 2nd shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 3rd shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience working in crowds Experience working in large-scale public events Experience working in security or traffic management Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. 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