Police Officer (DMHAS) #260706-9035PS-001

Are you a certified police officer ready to bring your expertise to a specialized public safety role?

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking dedicated, currently certified Police Officers to join our Safety Services Division .

As a DMHAS Police Officer, you will take on a meaningful public safety role in a specialized healthcare environment. These positions exercise full police powers and carry comprehensive law enforcement responsibilities across multiple DMHAS campuses. You will be essential in maintaining the safety, security, and well-being of staff, clients, and visitors while ensuring a safe environment where treatment and recovery can thrive.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week
• AVAILABLE SHIFTS: First, Second and Third shift opportunities
• SCHEDULE: Every Other Weekend Off
• NOTE: These positions are Hazardous Duty
• These positions are in the following facilities and can be assigned any facility/location and work schedule/shift:

-Blue Hills Hospital - Hartford

-Capitol Region Mental Health Center - Hartford

-Connecticut Mental Health Center - New Haven

-Connecticut Valley Hospital - Middletown

-River Valley Services - Middletown

-Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System - Bridgeport

-Whiting Forensic Hospital - Middletown

WHY CHOOSE THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

• Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer
• Hazardous Duty pension plan (State Employees Retirement System Tier IV)
• Retire after 25 years - with pension and healthcare benefits
• Career development and promotional pathways
• A supportive culture that values a healthy work/life balance

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Maintain safety and security through active law enforcement within DMHAS facilities
• Protect clients, staff, and visitors, upholding standards of care and security
• Investigate incidents, enforce laws, and respond to emergencies
• Contribute to client well-being and community safety within a recovery-oriented healthcare setting
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of our Public Safety Division

MORE ABOUT US:

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

The mission of DMHAS' Division of Safety Services - Public Safety Division is to maintain a safe and secure environment of care, in a recovery-oriented healthcare agency, through leadership and partnership, based on trust and understanding with the community we serve. Our officers provide service with understanding, respond with compassion, perform with integrity and enforce the law with impartiality and professionalism.

We have approximately 70 sworn police officers, augmented by building and grounds patrol officers, dispatchers, and other civilian support staff. In a recovery-oriented healthcare service agency, the DMHAS Police have an exciting challenge in providing quality services through traditional law enforcement functions and safety and security management activities which are critical to maintaining compliance required for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and other regulatory entities.

Please Note:

• A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
• All state employees must adhere to Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.

NOTE: Candidates with a pending certification status may be employed on a temporary basis pending re-certification by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

Successful completion of prescribed training and probationary requirements set forth in the class of Protective Services Trainee.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment.
• Candidates for this class are subject to selection standards pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statues and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to “arrest and present before a competent authority any person for any offense committed within his precinct.” (Connecticut General Statutes 29-18 and/or 10a-142)
• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Loss of certification will result in removal from the class.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to maintain certifications pursuant to the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council and/or agency requirements.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle operator’s license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
• Incumbents in this class must be eligible and qualified to bear arms.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required, to perform the duties of the class. A physical fitness assessment will be required of all applicants.
• A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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