Protective Safety Sergeant

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Join our Security team today! Johns Hopkins has been an employer of the Baltimore area for the last 150 years and wants you to joins us as a Public Saftey Sergeant!

The Public Safety Sergeant will ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and assets. This position will provide guidance, leadership, and support to security officers, fostering a culture of professionalism, excellence, and accountability. This position requires strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of security protocols, and a commitment to promoting a safe and secure environment within the healthcare facility.

Requirements: High school diploma and a Associate's Degree in criminal justice, security management, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered at a substitution of 2 years work experience for 1 year education, in addition to minimum experience requirement.

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  Valid driver's license with no more than 5 current points, and the ability to obtain and maintain any required endorsements or certifications.

  
  
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  Successful completion of post-hire entry training course, included but not limited to: CPR, Stop the Bleed, Narcan, and de-escalation. Must maintain certification requirements.

  
  
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  Effective 1/1/2025: Possession of Maryland Security Guard license or must file for license within the first 2 weeks of employment. Must obtain Security Guard license within first 90 days of employment.

  
  
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  International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Supervisor Level Certification required.

  
  
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  Possession of relevant certifications, licenses, or credentials in security, emergency management, or

  healthcare security, as required by state regulations or facility policies.

  
  

Experience:

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  Supervise and lead a team of public safety officers and security personnel, including scheduling, training, assisting with performance evaluation, and makes recommendations for disciplinary action, to ensure a high level of professionalism, competence, and effectiveness in security operations.

  
  
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  Coordinate and oversee security operations, including patrols, access control, surveillance monitoring, and emergency response, to maintain a safe and secure environment within the healthcare facility.

  
  
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  Conduct regular inspections and assessments of security equipment, facilities, and procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to enhance security measures and protocols.

  
  
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  Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and disturbances within the facility, and providing guidance

  
  

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  Serve as a liaison between the security department and other departments within the healthcare facility,

  collaborating on security-related initiatives, projects, and programs to address safety concerns and improve

  security posture.

  
  
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  Conduct investigations of security breaches, incidents, and complaints, gathering evidence, interviewing

  witnesses, and preparing detailed reports for review and action by appropriate personnel.

  
  
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  Assist in the development and delivery of training programs and drills for security officers, healthcare staff, and

  other stakeholders to enhance readiness, response capabilities, and compliance with security protocols and

  emergency procedures.

  
  
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  Monitor and evaluate security technologies, equipment, and systems, recommending upgrades, enhancements,

  and improvements to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness in safeguarding the facility.

  
  
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  Maintain professional relationships with local law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, regulatory

  authorities, and community partners, representing the facility in security-related matters and facilitating

  collaboration and information sharing.

  
  
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  Serve as a role model and mentor to security officers, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and dedication

  to promoting safety, security, and well-being for all stakeholders within the healthcare environment.

  
  

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.