Security Officer (Broadway)(10pm-6am.Tues-Sat)

Kennedy Krieger Institute • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

The Security Officer I is responsible for the safety and security of patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors using Institute facilities. The role includes conducting regular security rounds, checking and verifying identification, managing sign-in and sign-out procedures, providing escort services, controlling building access, preparing reports, ensuring compliance with Institute policies, and responding promptly to disturbances while on duty.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of previous security work experience.
• Must possess or obtain Maryland Security Guard Certification within 30 days of employment, pursuant to Maryland Senate Bill 760.
• May require a Class D Maryland driver's license with no more than two points, depending on assigned location.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the safety and security of patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors in accordance with Institute methods, protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Check Kennedy Krieger Institute identification badges and complete sign-in/out for individuals without Institute-issued badges.
• Enforce and comply with security-related policies and procedures.
• Inspect packages entering or leaving buildings to verify authorization and prevent contraband.
• Arm and disarm alarm systems and monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems.
• Assist with investigations.
• Document and report suspicious activity and prepare detailed reports, including daily/monthly activity, security incident, and injury reports.
• Maintain assigned work environments in a clean and orderly condition, and promptly report safety or security issues, property defects, fire hazards, theft, and vandalism to the appropriate authority.
• Assist with training new or less-experienced security officers and contract staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED