Introduction
GRADE
ASTD8
LOCATION OF POSITION
Western Maryland Hospital Center
1500 Pennsylvania Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Main Purpose of Job
The Security Officer is responsible for covering a routine security shift as assigned. During those shifts, they 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. Security Officers will have access to CCTV monitors and will either in person or via CCTV monitor staff in the parking areas during shift changes during their watch. Security Officers are also on call to any emergency at the facility as necessary.
POSITION DUTIES
ConductsRoutine Security Officer Services, while standing a routine security watch, conductroutine security rounds, observing and reporting suspicious activity or unsafesituations, maintain radio contact with hospital nursing supervisors, andmonitor staff in the parking lots at shift change in accordance with the WMHCHospital Security Handbook.Maintain daily security logs andmake written reports of security or safety issues or incidents, those reportsbeing in the proper format with professionally acceptable grammar and completedin a timely manner.Serve as Front Desk/Lobby attendant includingcoverage for breaks.Assistswith conducting and proctoring Emergency Life Safety Drills to ensure thehospital maintains a high level of emergency proficiency in accordance with theJoint Commission, CARF, NFPA, COMAR, and other regulating bodies.Makereplacement ID cards as necessary and assist with new employee ID’s asnecessary.Serve as a support member of theWMHC Incident Management Team.May be required to report to workduring off hours in an emergency.The incumbent must maintain a phone in their residenceor a personal cell phone.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Ability to read and write.
Experience: Six months of experience in building security work.
Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Master-At-Arms classifications or law enforcement specialty codes in the site security field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees in this classification are subject to call 24 hours a day and,therefore, will be required to provide the employer with a telephone number where they can be reached.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 06.01.09, 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 thecertified 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
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 410-333-5689.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 orApplication.Help@maryland.gov.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
