SECURITY ATTENDANT III

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work

Excellent Health Benefits Package

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous Leave Benefits

Retirement

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Free Mass Transit

Job summary

State of Maryland is seeking a full-time Maryland Approved Security Attendant Officer at Spring Grove Hospital Center in Catonsville. The role implements crime scene procedures, handles evidence retention, and prepares investigative reports while coordinating with STIU Maryland Certified Police Officers and the Maryland State Police.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of security experience in relevant settings, and successful completion of background

Qualifications

• High School diploma or high school equivalency acceptable to the Maryland State Board as described in the regulations.
• Two years of experience providing security to patients, inmates or youths committed by courts to psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities or juvenile detention centers.
• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Complete background investigation.
• Oral interview.
• Physical examination.
• Subject to substance abuse testing as per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Maryland Approved Security Attendant Officer and implement crime scene procedures and evidence retention.
• Complete comprehensive investigative reports and liaise with Maryland Certified Police Officers/Supervisors and state police.
• Participate in selection process and maintain compliance with training standards during probation.

Skills

Oral interview

Background check

Substance abuse testing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES OF THE MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ONLY. Spring Grove Hospital Center is the largest psychiatric hospital operated by the State of Maryland, with 377 beds. We are located in Catonsville, previously named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live! Convenient to DC. Baltimore and BWI airport, our 180-acre wooded campus feels more like a college setting. Our mission is to provide quality mental health services to patients from across the State. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive health benefits package, 11 paid holidays and 6 personal days annually, pension and retirement savings plans, training opportunities, free onsite parking and much more! Join our team and be a part of the change!

Introduction

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES OF THE MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ONLY. Spring Grove Hospital Center is the largest psychiatric hospital operated by the State of Maryland, with 377 beds. We are located in Catonsville, previously named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live! Convenient to DC. Baltimore and BWI airport, our 180-acre wooded campus feels more like a college setting. Our mission is to provide quality mental health services to patients from across the State. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive health benefits package, 11 paid holidays and 6 personal days annually, pension and retirement savings plans, training opportunities, free onsite parking and much more! Join our team and be a part of the change!

GRADE

CO 0005

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Spring Grove Hospital Center

Catonsville, MD 21228

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to serve as a Maryland Approved Security Attendant Officer. This position will implement crime scene procedures, evidence retention, and complete comprehensive investigative reports. This position will also serve as a liaison with STIU Maryland Certified Police Officers/Supervisors and the Maryland State Police.

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: Two years of experience providing security to patients, inmates or youths committed by courts to psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities or juvenile detention centers.

Notes

• 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.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Correctional Officer/Specialist classifications or Internment/Resettlement Specialist and Correctional specialty codes in the security field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES OF THE MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ONLY.

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

• Meaningful Work
• Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription and Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
• Generous Leave Benefits (6 Personal Days, 12 Regular Holidays, Annual Leave, 15 Sick Days)
• Retirement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules (where applicable)
• Free Mass Transit (Baltimore metro area)

State Of Maryland Benefits

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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