Deputy Chief - Department of Protective Services - Metropolitan State Hospital - DPS

Deputy Chief of Police – Department of Protective Services

Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk.

DSH-Metropolitan, Department of Protective Services is accepting applications for Chief, Protective Services and Security, Permanent/Fulltime.

Under the direction of the Chief of Police (CEA), the Deputy Chief is responsible for the overall operation of the Hospital Police Services (HPS), the supervision, direction, and training of personnel, and liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Deputy Chief enforces local, state, and federal law, maintains a secure and safe operation for the welfare of patients, staff, and the public, and may provide oversight of the facility's fire services.

Due to the type of work DPS personnel perform, it is a requirement that before hiring professional support staff, a background investigation shall be conducted to comply with our Department Policy. The administrative background investigation report shall include the following:

• DOJ/FBI Live Scan (No Firearms clearance is required)
• DMV driving record with Soundex report
• Proof of valid car insurance
• Educational transcripts verification if required by the position minimum requirements

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM.

It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the announcement. Please carefully read the Minimum Qualifications for the position before taking the exam to ensure you are qualified for the position and have met all requirements.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please carefully read and follow the instructions for each process.