Security Systems Specialist - Evening Shift (Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg Center)

The Johns Hopkins University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg Center seeks a Security Systems Specialist for the Evening Shift. You will monitor CCTV, respond to events, coordinate with campus safety, and manage logs and reports. The role supports university operations with a focus on safety and service to students, staff, and visitors.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in security systems, with weekend/holiday availability and an onsite work requirement in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience with security systems or related technology.
• Substitution of education for experience per policy may apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to CCTV systems for events requiring security response.
• Provide assistance to students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Operate the Command Center and manage reports/logs.
• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls; assess response level.
• Dispatch public safety responses per policy and guidelines.
• Coordinate with departments and relay incident information.
• Track locations of personnel and communicate updates.
• Facilitate law enforcement and EMS responses when needed.

Skills

MS Office

System diagnostics

CCTV systems

Video analytics

Surveillance tech

Software troubleshooting

Adapt to technology

Crisis response

Multitasking

Communication skills

Documentation

Customer service

Weekend/holiday shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg Center is seeking motivated, enthusiastic and customer service-oriented individuals for the position of University Security Systems Specialist - Evening Shift. The position will work the evening shift, 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, supporting the delivery of security and safety services.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to proprietary closed circuit television systems for events or activities that may require a security response.
• Provide general assistance and information to University students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Complete tasks as it may be necessary for the operation of the Command Center.
• Answer telephone and radio emergency or non-emergency calls, assess the nature of the call and determine appropriate level of response.
• Dispatch the appropriate level of public safety response per University policy and guidelines.
• Coordinate responses of HBC Public Safety, Facilities Management, Student Affairs and transmit pertinent information to University security personnel.
• Track locations of public safety personnel and relay pertinent information.
• Contact and facilitate law enforcement and/or Fire and EMS response to university incidents.
• Keep Public Safety management apprised of emerging and ongoing incidents.
• Create and maintain manual and computerized reports, logs, records and data.
• Promulgate schedules of events and building access requirements.
• Serve as the University switchboard and the liaison for student’s health care and facilities emergency maintenance during non-business hours.
• Work flexible shifts and unscheduled overtime on any day of the week, including holidays or weekends to assist with operational and special event assignments.
• The omission of specific duties does not preclude the manager from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform basic system diagnostics, including checking camera connectivity, and system alerts.
• Proficient in CCTV systems, video analytics, camera positioning, and knowledge of different surveillance technologies.
• Must be familiar with basic software troubleshooting of any camera systems issues.
• Strong ability to adapt to new technologies, upgrades, and evolving security tools.
• Ability to handle both common and crisis situations calmly and efficiently.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and be able to prepare.
• comprehensive reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills and the ability to interact with others in a professional and effective manner.
• Must have demonstrated ability to handle complex assignments.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays and other than regularly scheduled shifts.

Requirements

• Applicants must successfully complete a University criminal background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test for employment.
• This position is “Required Attendance Onsite” per University Policy HR030. The position is required to report for all scheduled work/shifts regardless of the operating status of the University and/or during emergency situations. The position may also need to work weekends, nights, holidays or overtime as needed to ensure staffing of communications operation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Two years related experience working with security systems, including familiarity with communication technology and call-taking techniques.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement communications call center, security company communications center, or emergency management agency experience.
• Crime analyst or criminal research specialist experience.
• Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Criminal Justice, Business, Liberal Arts, Cyber Security or Social Sciences.
• Typing proficiency level of PROFESIONAL, measured in WPM.

Job Details

Classified Title: Security Systems Specialist

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Security Systems Specialist - Evening Shift ( Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg Center)

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

Starting Salary Range: $16.20 - $28.80 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon - Fri 40 hours 5 days 2:30 pm - 11 pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: District of Columbia

Department name: 555 Penn Public Safety

Personnel area: University Administration