Security Officer II (Peabody Campus Safety)

The Johns Hopkins University; Maryland; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a part-time Campus Security Officer II to patrol campus, prevent crime, and protect life and property. You will support students and staff, coordinate with university admins on investigations, and enforce policies.

Flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, are required. Typical duties include responding to calls, writing reports, and providing escorts while protecting university property and people.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and basic security officer training completed.
• Must pass a physical/health screening and meet security standards.
• Additional education may substitute for experience per policy.
• Prior security or law enforcement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot.
• Conduct crime prevention and community policing activities.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls and take action.
• Prepare clear, concise security reports and investigations.
• Inspect facilities and report conditions requiring attention.
• Direct pedestrian/vehicle traffic and enforce parking rules.
• Provide escorts and gate/security services; lock/unlock as needed.
• Work flexible shifts, including holidays/weekends for events.
• Utilize computers and security equipment as part of daily duties.
• Support faculty, staff, students and visitors with security needs.

Skills

Report writing

Public safety awareness

Shift work adaptability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Basic security officer training

Physical health screening

Tools

Security equipment

Computer systems

Job description

We are seeking a part-time Campus Security Officer II who will be responsible for uniformed patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property; offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives; development and maintenance of a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff, and members of the surrounding neighborhoods. Responsible for coordinating and cooperating with various University administrators in the preliminary and follow-up investigation of complaints; reporting criminal offenses and disruptions; enforcing University policies and regulations; writing reports and keeping records. This position involves shift work; rotating days off and may include schedule changes as needed to meet the security and safety requirements of the University. Work will be supervised on a daily basis by the on-duty Campus Safety and Security Shift Commander.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot.
• Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for various types of service and take action as appropriate.
• Conduct preliminary investigations, maintain confidentiality while writing clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Conduct security inspection of university facilities and areas, reporting conditions as may be necessary.
• Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce campus parking regulations as needed.
• Provide escorts and other general services as needed, including locking and unlocking buildings and rooms.
• Work flexible shifts on any day of the week that includes holidays or weekends to assist with operational and special event assignments.
• Use various computers and other equipment as a routine function of this position.
• Perform other security related services for the faculty, staff, students, and visitors of The Johns Hopkins University as may be necessary.
• Provide security for the University's on campus property, facilities, activities.
• Overtime shifts may be MANDATORY as necessary for security related services.
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Physical Requirements For The Job

• Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and officers must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run.
• Run moderate distances and/or go up and /or down flights of steps, read, interpret, and understand University policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED. Completion of basic security officer training, field training and related training required.
• Must be able to successfully complete a physical/health screening examination.
• Must also be able to successfully meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior security or law enforcement experience.

Classified Title: Security Officer II

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OB

Starting Salary Range: $15.80 - $22.80 HRLY ($17,680 targeted)

Employee group: Part-time

Schedule: 20 hours per week

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Peabody Institute

Department name: Security

Personnel area: Peabody