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.

** Broadway 4pm- (12am(Midnight) Tuesday-Saturday post.**

1. Provide for the safety and security of all patients, employees, contractors, trainees, vendors, and visitors utilizing Institute’s methods, protocol, policy, and procedure.
2. 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.
3. Ensure enforcement and demonstrate compliance of all security related policies/procedures.
4. 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.
5. Arm/disarm alarm systems and monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems.
6. Assist with investigations.
7. Document and report all suspicious activity and prepare detailed reports as needed (i.e., Daily/monthly Activity Report, Security Incident Report, and Injury Reports).
8. 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.
9. Assist with training new/less experienced security officers and contract staff.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• A minimum of one (1) year of previous security work experience is required.
• Previous security work experience, law enforcement, military training, or professional training related to the security profession from an accredited college is preferred.
• Report writing experience preferred

Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies!  In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities. 

We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.

EOE/M/F/D/V