Security Officer - Base Operator, at Oriole Park

Maryland Stadium Authority•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a regular, full-time security officer position assigned to the Oriole Park Security Operations Center (SOC) at the Camden Yards Sports Complex. The SOC operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help ensure the safety and security of the facility and its visitors. Candidates must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The position monitors surveillance, alarm, access-control, and building life-safety systems; coordinates responses to incidents; enforces facility access and delivery procedures; and supports employees, visitors, and contractors. The officer maintains records, investigates security incidents, participates in training and drills, and collaborates with security personnel, facility management, and external stakeholders. Other appropriate duties may be assigned by the security management team. Applicants must pass background screening, including local, state, and federal criminal record checks, and possess a valid driver’s license. A high school diploma or GED and three years of physical security experience within the last five years are required. Applicants may be required to complete job-related skills assessments. Work may take place in a standard office environment, with moderate noise that may occasionally become loud. The role may involve overtime, prolonged periods of walking, standing, or sitting, lifting up to 15 pounds, operating office and specialized equipment and a vehicle, and climbing ladders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certification.
Three years of physical security experience within the last five years, such as private security, military, law enforcement, or corrections.
Successfully pass background screening, including local, state, and federal criminal record checks.
Possess a valid driver’s license; employees assigned duties requiring motor vehicle operation must have a license valid in the State of Maryland.
Basic knowledge of general security practices and response procedures.
Basic knowledge of building and life-safety alarm systems.
Proficiency with security-related tools and equipment, including two-way radios, office equipment, computer hardware and software, and video management software.
Situational awareness skills and high ethical standards; interpersonal skills for handling sensitive and confidential situations.
Customer service skills and ability to meet performance standards, including attendance and punctuality.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, demands, and timelines; work independently and in a team; learn, read, and write; prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment; and communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, communication, and teamwork skills.
Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including prolonged walking, standing, or sitting; lifting up to 15 pounds; operating office equipment and a vehicle; using specialized equipment; communicating verbally; and potentially climbing ladders.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate surveillance cameras, alarms, access-control systems, and building life-safety systems to detect and respond to emergencies, hazards, threats, or security breaches.
Monitor radios, phones, and computer systems to maintain situational awareness and coordinate responses to incidents and emergencies.
Enforce security policies and procedures for building access and deliveries, including identification checks and visitor and vehicle screening.
Monitor contractor security patrols and conduct checks to ensure security protocols are followed.
Respond to alarms, disturbances, and other incidents by assessing situations and coordinating with onsite security personnel or external authorities as needed.
Maintain accurate records of security activities, including incident reports, shift logs, and equipment maintenance logs.
Investigate security incidents or breaches by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and collaborating with law enforcement when necessary.
Assist employees, visitors, and contractors entering or exiting the facility by verifying credentials, issuing access badges, assigning facility keys and access, and enforcing procedures.
Participate in training exercises and drills to practice emergency response and improve teamwork, communication, and readiness.
Collaborate with security personnel, facility management, and external stakeholders on security strategies, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
Perform other duties and functions appropriate to the position as assigned by the security management team.