SECURITY ATTENDANT I

State of Maryland - MDH SETT Unit; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland's MDH SETT Unit invites applications for an entry-level Security Officer at the Potomac Center/SETT facility in Hagerstown. The role covers evening security shifts, monitors cameras, checks safety equipment, and responds to emergencies to ensure resident and staff safety. On-site work supports residents in a state-run setting.

Minimum qualification is a High School diploma or GED. Candidates should be prepared to meet background checks and regulatory requirements for

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED accepted by the Maryland State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Cover evening security shifts (2pm–10:30pm) at Potomac Center/SETT.
• Conduct security rounds and check facility safety equipment.
• Monitor security video and respond to codes to ensure resident and staff safety.
• Monitor the center's gate and access to the facility.
• On-call for emergencies as needed.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

We at the Potomac Center/SETT facility provide quality
person-centered support to adults with intellectual disabilities at our campus
in Hagerstown, Maryland. Our aim is to partner with the community to help our
residents achieve their goals.

GRADE

CO0003

LOCATION OF POSITION

1380 Marshall St.
Hagerstown, MD 21740

Main Purpose of Job

This position is the entry level of work involving the security and care of the residents at Potomac Center and SETT. This position is responsible for covering a routine security shift(s) as assigned-this is an evening shift position. During those shifts, this position will conduct security rounds of the facility checking the physical security of the facility, checking fire extinguishers and other safety equipment, and reporting any safety or security related defects or anomalies. This position will have access to security monitors and will be responsible for monitoring the security video during their watch. This position will respond to all codes to assist with resident and staff safety. This position will monitor the Center’s gate; monitoring access to the Center. This position is also on call to any emergency at the facility as necessary. This is an evening shift, 2pm-10:30pm, and work every other weekend.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.

Experience: None.

Note: The above educational requirement is set by the Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with mentally and/or intellectually disabled or forensic populations
• Experience and/or knowledge of the methods and procedures in maintaining the security of persons and property

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Some positions in this classification may be required to operate large vans to transport patients. Employees assigned these duties will be required to obtain a Maryland driver's license of the appropriate class for this type of vehicle.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Employees who have not already done so must meet the selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a Correctional Officer during their probationary period, (Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209). Selection standards for correctional officer training are listed in detail in the Code of Maryland Regulations Title 12, Subtitle 10, Chapter 01 and include the following:
  • U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • A completed background investigation
  • Oral interview
  • Physical examination
• Employees in this classification will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number where they can be reached.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS