Public Safety Corporal

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Health System is seeking a Public Safety Corporal to lead daily security operations, respond to incidents, and guide officers. The role acts as shift leader in absence of senior staff and ensures a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, managing access control, investigations, drills, and training, with a focus on calm leadership during emergencies and clear communication with all hospital stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in security or healthcare security.
• Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to stay calm and lead others during emergencies.
• Proficiency with security technology and incident reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and direction to Public Safety Officers, including training and scheduling.
• Serve as shift leader in the absence of a Sergeant or higher-ranking officer.
• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, and critical areas to ensure safety.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents, and alarms with coordinated actions.
• Oversee access control procedures, including ID verification and visitor management.
• Conduct and oversee investigations; prepare detailed reports.
• Support emergency response procedures, including evacuations and lockdowns.
• Communicate clearly with patients, visitors, and staff during incidents.
• Participate in training and professional development of Officers.
• Conduct safety drills to improve preparedness across departments.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Operate surveillance, access control, and alarm systems; report issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Security technology

Incident reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting: Public Safety Corporal

Johns Hopkins Health System

Schedule: Rotating shifts; includes weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Locations: Mid-Atlantic, National Capital Region, and Florida sites

About the Role

The Public Safety Corporal plays a critical leadership role within the Public Safety Department. This position supports daily security operations, responds to incidents, assists with emergency procedures, and provides guidance to Public Safety Officers. Acting as the shift leader when senior staff are unavailable, the Corporal helps maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and direction to Public Safety Officers, including training and scheduling.
• Serve as shift leader in the absence of a Sergeant or higher-ranking officer.
• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, and critical areas to ensure ongoing safety and security.
• Respond to emergencies, incidents, and alarms, coordinating appropriate actions.
• Oversee access control procedures, including ID verification and visitor management.
• Conduct and oversee investigations of incidents; prepare detailed and accurate reports.
• Support emergency response procedures, including evacuations and lockdowns.
• Provide clear communication and assistance to patients, visitors, and clinical staff during incidents.
• Participate in the training and professional development of Public Safety Officers.
• Conduct safety drills to improve preparedness across departments.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and security regulations.
• Operate and monitor surveillance, access control, and alarm systems; report equipment issues.
• Support the implementation of new security technologies and upgrades.
• Maintain a visible, professional, customer-service-focused presence throughout the facility.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in security or law enforcement (healthcare preferred).
• Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to stay calm and lead others during high-stress or emergency situations.
• Proficiency with security technology and incident reporting systems.
• Must be at least 21 years old (exceptions for candidates with military, law enforcement, or comparable healthcare security experience).
• Ability to meet physical job demands:
  • Prolonged standing and walking
  • Occasional running, rapid stair climbing
  • Restraining individuals as part of a team
  • Lifting 50 lbs or more

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR and SambaSafety scores.
• Post-hire training required: CPR, Stop the Bleed, Narcan, de-escalation.
• Healthcare security certifications (CHPA, CHSO) preferred.

Site-Specific Licensure

• Sibley Memorial Hospital: DC Security Officer License (must apply within 2 weeks; obtain within 45 days).
• All Children’s Hospital: Florida Security "D" License (obtain within 180 days; renew every 2 years).

Working Conditions

• Exposure to noise, temperature changes, and indoor/outdoor environments.
• Frequent walking/standing for long periods; bending, reaching, and physical intervention as needed.
• Use of security systems, surveillance, alarms, and weapons detection equipment.

Salary Range: Minimum 20.52/hour - Maximum 33.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.