JC-524208 SECURITY GUARD

This posting states its location as Shasta County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). We advocate with purpose and passion every day for our state’s veterans and their families and connect them to their earned benefits. We offer a range of services, from our network of award-winning veterans' homes to our innovative home loans program. Additionally, we provide special statewide benefits and veteran outreach services.

CalVet provides our staff with a wide range of fulfilling and enriching growth opportunities in skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and beyond. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake.

This position is located in the Northern California Veterans Cemetery of the Veterans Services Division and is responsible for the safety and security of the cemetery, staff, and members of the public; unlocking and locking the cemetery main gates, restrooms, and other designated areas during work shift, turn out lights, check outside lighting, verify that doors and windows are properly secured and locked. Report any damage or malfunction of electrical devices and plumbing heating and other equipment to Supervisor II or Gounds Keeper Supervisor. Investigate unusual conditions and write incident reports. Greet families and/or visitors, provide direction to appropriate services.

Apply today to join our team! Visit our website to learn more about us.

We especially encourage veterans to apply utilizing CalVet’s Veterans Hiring Preference (please refer to the Special Requirements section below) and the state’s Veterans Preference program.

Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination for Security Guard to establish list eligibility prior to job offer.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Must be willing to work any assigned shift; must be willing to work outdoors in inclement weather. Working on weekends and state holidays is a requirement of this position.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• Veterans may qualify for a CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference
• Military service must be included in the Employment History section of the Employment Applications (STD. 678)
• The application package must include documentation of discharge, appropriate to the branch of service
• The documentation must reflect a discharge/release under conditions other than dishonorable
• If the candidate fails to include this information then the CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference shall not be granted in the recruitment

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) is Martin Rivera.