Security Officer

U Street Parking•Baltimore, MD

13d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer's primary role is to safeguard public citizens, clients, employees, contractors, and visitors, as well as all client property. This is achieved by providing protective and security services for all work sites and lease-operated facilities and their occupants. The position utilizes highly trained personnel, state-of-the-art technology, industry-wide security best practices, and strategic partnerships with entities like the Maryland State Police Department (MSD) and Federal Protection Service (FPS). Security staff are expected to conduct themselves professionally at all times, treating others with respect, courtesy, and consideration, and communicating openly with supervisors and coworkers. Officers must maintain a professional appearance by wearing the prescribed uniform, ensuring it is clean, neat, and fits well. All duties are to be performed safely and professionally, including operating vehicles responsibly, organizing and filing paperwork accurately, and working with law enforcement to enforce laws.

Requirements

Possess a valid / current Maryland State Police Department-issued license to work as a Security Officer or Special Police Officer.
Ability to pass an enhanced criminal background check to be able to work around children.
Ability to pass a drug test.
Ability to pass a medical screening / physical.
Ability to work, stand and walk extended hours (up to 12 hours at a time).
Ability to operate security screening equipment: metal detector, x-ray machines, monitor CCTV.
For motor vehicle operators: valid drivers license and clean MVR record.
Neat appearance and upkeep of uniform.
Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Relevant training and/or certifications as required: CPR, AED, First Aid.

Responsibilities

Safeguard public citizens, client, employees, contractors and visitors and all client property by providing protective and security services for all work sites and lease-operated facilities and occupants.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner while on-duty and while conducting business on behalf of USP Security at business, training, or social functions.
Avoid rude, offensive, or outrageous language or behaviors and refrain from ridicule and hostile or inappropriate jokes.
Treat coworkers, customers, contractors, and vendors with patience, respect, and consideration.
Be courteous and helpful to others at all times.
Communicate openly with supervisors, managers, and coworkers.
Be in proper uniform as prescribed in the contract at the beginning of their tour of duty and remain in proper uniform until the end of their full tour of duty.
Maintain uniforms, insignia, accessories, and equipment in a serviceable manner.
Ensure all items of clothing fit well and are clean, neat, and pressed for a professional appearance.
Keep accessories clean and polished or otherwise maintained as appropriate.
Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner.
Operate vehicles safely and responsibly.
Organize and file paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
Arrest and detain violators as applicable and work in concert with local law enforcement to maintain and enforce law & order.