DDS Camp Harkness Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer (On-site

Position Overview

During the summer, the State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – South Region is recruiting six seasonal Buildings and Grounds Patrol Officers to work at Camp Harkness in Waterford, CT. Positions are full‑time or part‑time shifts and require completion of DDS training prior to starting.

• PCN 142012:
  Sunday & Monday: 2:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Tuesday – Saturday)
• PCN 142013:
  Tuesday – Saturday: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
• PCN 141996:
  Sunday & Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Tuesday – Saturday)
• PCN 142011:
  Tuesday – Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday & Monday)
• PCN 142010:
  Friday – Saturday: 9:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday – Thursday)
• PCN 141998:
  Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. (Regular Days Off: Friday & Saturday)

Duration: PCN 142012 ends no later than October 15, 2026; the remaining positions end no later than November 12, 2026.

• Provide basic security services to ensure the control and safety of individuals with disabilities, employees, and the visiting public.
• Enforce parking and traffic control regulations as established by the assigned agency.
• Direct traffic on state property and issue tickets for violations.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors.
• Guard entrances and exits to prevent trespassing, vandalism, theft, and other violations.
• Perform routine vehicle and foot patrol duties and monitor security alarm systems to detect theft and other criminal acts.
• Provide security escorts.
• Provide first aid when necessary.
• Perform dispatching and record‑keeping functions at a desk post.
• Assist in maintaining order among patients and in searching for missing patients (when applicable).
• Assist in fire prevention and firefighting activities (when applicable).
• Perform related duties as required.

Any experience or training which provides the skills and abilities indicated above.

• Experience working in the security field.
• Experience working or volunteering with people with disabilities.
• Experience working in a camp, park, or other recreational setting.

• Possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
• Obtain and maintain a Standard First Aid Certificate and/or CPR certification.

General good health, free from disease or injury that would impair performance, sufficient strength, stamina, agility, endurance, visual and auditory acuity required to perform all duties. A physical examination may be required.

Exposure to outdoor environments, prolonged walking and standing while on foot patrol or guard duty, and some danger of injury while performing the duties of the class.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.