Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About The Neurodiagnostic Institute : 

The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness. Together the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.

Salary Statement : 

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $34,216.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Develop and implement procedures for the security of buildings and grounds to meet the needs of the State Operated Facility.
• Give advice on the implementation of rules and regulations pertaining to parking and traffic, including markings and signage.
• Develop short and long-range training programs for security staff.
• Report status of security and safety to facility management.
• Develop and continually reviews the standard operation of the security and safety program.
• Develop professional standards for subordinate staff.
• Review all policies and procedures and provides updates to those policies that specifically refer to safety and security.
• Provide orientation to all new members of the security staff and assists in providing training for them in minor plumbing, electrical and other system repairs for temporary safety measures.
• Provide continued education to the entire staff in regards to their role in the security and safety program.
• Work with local, state, county, federal and other law enforcement personnel to assure a good working relationship between the State Operated Facilities and these organizations.
• Work with other law enforcement agencies to recover runaway residents and to assure security of the grounds against vandalism and crime.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Have extensive knowledge of and ability to apply new developments in security and safety fields and ability to adapt work procedures accordingly.
• Specialized knowledge of law enforcement and security principles that relate to the Homeland Security Law and all safety regulations including Infection Control, Accreditation agencies, OSHA, FEMA and any and all agencies of the state, federal and local agencies as pertains to Safety and Security of employees, patients and visitors on grounds.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and other departments.
• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to protect self, using physical skills of self-defense as taught by hospital personnel.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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