Security Officer-Broadway (Sun-Thurs) (6 am- 2 pm)

Kennedy Krieger Institute; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Krieger Institute, Inc. is seeking a Security Officer I to safeguard patients, staff, visitors, and contractors across Institute facilities.

The role involves regular rounds, ID verification, sign-in/out processing, escort duties, and rapid response to disturbances. The position requires enforcing security policies, monitoring CCTV, handling alarms, and contributing to incident reporting and investigations.

Qualifications

• Maryland Security Guard Certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Class D Maryland driver’s license may be required depending on assigned location.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the safety and security of patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors.
• Check ID badges and complete sign-in/out processes for individuals without Institute issued IDs.
• Enforce security policies and procedures and respond to disturbances promptly.
• Inspect packages entering buildings to verify authorization and remove contraband.
• Arm/disarm alarms and monitor CCTV systems.
• Assist with investigations and document suspicious activity with detailed reports.
• Maintain clean and safe work environments; report hazards and incidents.

Education

Maryland Security Guard Certification

Maryland Class D driver’s license

Job description

Security Officer I

The Security Officer I is responsible for the safety and security of all patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors, utilizing Institute facilities. The incumbent will complete regular security rounds, check for and verify proper identification, sign in/out individuals, provide escort services, control building ingress and egress, write reports, ensure adherence and compliance of Institute policies, and promptly respond to disturbances while on duty.

Responsibilities

• Provide for the safety and security of all patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors utilizing Institute’s methods, protocol, policy, and procedure.
• Check for Kennedy Krieger Institute issued identification (ID) badges and complete the sign-in/out process for all patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors without Institute issued ID badges.
• Ensure enforcement and demonstrate compliance of all security related policies/procedures.
• Inspect packages carried out/entering buildings by patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, or visitors to ensure that the individual has proper pass/authorization for removal and to keep out contraband.
• Arm/disarm alarm systems and monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems.
• Assist with investigations.
• Document and report all suspicious activity and prepare detailed reports as needed (i.e., Daily/monthly Activity Report, Security Incident Report, and Injury Reports).
• Ensure that assigned work environments are properly maintained and clean. Report safety/security issues, property defects, fire hazards, theft, and vandalism to appropriate authority in a timely fashion.
• Assist with training new/less experienced security officers and contract staff.

Qualifications

• Must possess or obtain a Maryland Security Guard Certification within 30 days of employment pursuant to Maryland Senate Bill 760.
• May require Class “D” Maryland driver’s license with no more than two points depending on assigned location.

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.