Library Security & Safety Officer — Evening/Weekend Shifts

City of Baltimore, Department of Planning; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Included

Job summary

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is hiring a Security Officer to enforce rules, protect property, and maintain order across branch locations in Baltimore. The role requires 3 years of security or related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Maryland Special Police Officer commission within a year.

The position is full-time, on-site with benefits. Responsibilities include patrolling, monitoring CCTV, responding to alarms, and writing detailed reports to ensure public

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of security, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Experience writing incident reports.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Maryland Special Police Officer commission within 1 year is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect library buildings and grounds for safety and security hazards.
• Patrol branches and central library buildings; monitor security lines and crowd flow.
• Perform evening/closing checks and enforce library rules.
• Monitor CCTV and respond to alarms or incidents.
• Prepare detailed written reports (daily logs, monthly safety reports).

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Report writing

Public safety knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Johnson Controls or Simplex security systems

CPR/First Aid certifications

Job description

The Enoch Pratt Free Library is hiring a Security Officer to enforce rules, protect property, and maintain order across branch locations in Baltimore. The role requires 3 years of security or related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain a Maryland Special Police Officer commission within a year.

The position is full-time, on-site with benefits. Responsibilities include patrolling, monitoring CCTV, responding to alarms, and writing detailed reports to ensure public