Security and Public Safety Officer

Baltimore, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.

We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.

GRADE

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Department of Human Services

Division of Administration Operations

25 S. Charles Street

Baltimore MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Security and Public Safety Administrative Officer ensures provider compliance with theDSS and CSA Contracts and Scopes of Work by tracking incident reports invoices andother administrative materials referenced in the contract. The Administrative Officer alsofrequently engages with security vendors throughout the State and conducts random sitevisits to all DHS facilities that employ contracted security services. During these visits theAdministrator reports back any non-compliance.

POSITION DUTIES

Oversee update and maintain the Incident Report Tracker to document monitor and support follow-up on all Security and Public Safety incidents occurring statewide.
Track Security and Public Safety invoices and assist in the review and approval process to ensure accuracy compliance and timely processing.
Assist in performing security assessments at DHS Department of Social Services (DSS) and Child Support Administration (CSA) facilities and support oversight of contracted security personnel assigned to these locations. Provide assistance during evacuations at DHS Central and satellite offices as requested.
Provide administrative support in drafting revising and maintaining documents related to emergency evacuation procedures Security and Public Safety policies governing the use and protection of DHS DSS and CSA facilities.
Conduct initial investigations and manage complaints related to contracted security personnel ensuring appropriate documentation confidentiality and follow-up action.
Maintain organized records for the Security and Public Safety Unit including security assessments incident reports invoices policies and procedures.
Provide oversight direction and coordination of all DSS and CSA security personnel including assisting with staffing assignments to ensure each facility is appropriately staffed during contracted hours.
Support the enforcement of laws rules and regulations governing the use and protection of DSS and CSA facilities by providing guidance and direction to staff and contracted personnel.
Assist with monitoring the performance of contracted security services ensuring compliance with contract requirements documenting contractor performance and serving as the primary point of communication between the Department and the security vendor.
Assist with site visits to DSS and CSA facilities to assess security conditions recommend safety improvements and perform facility surveys to enhance protective measures.
Assist with planning vendor meetings local agency meetings executive staff meetings and internal forums to address expectations operational requirements and contract compliance; represent the Assistant Chief when requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to twoyears of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelors degreefrom a college or universityfor the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans policies rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the requiredexperience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.

Six months of experience in supporting administrative operational or programmaticfunctions within security public safety emergency operations or facility managementenvironments.
Six months of experience in security management public safety emergency operations law enforcement coordination or facility risk oversight.
Six months of experience in developing or implementing security procedures incident reporting protocols or emergency response plans.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.

BENEFITS

As an employee of the State of Maryland you will have access to outstanding benefits including: health insurance dental and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Personal Leave- new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).

Annual Leave ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.

Sick Leave fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.

Parental Leave up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.

Holidays State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holiday per year.

Pension State employees earn credits towards a retirement pension.

Positions may be eligible for telework.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplement questionnaire to: Attention: Cynthia McMillian Department of Human Services Examination Services Unit 25 S. Charles Street Room 1116-F Baltimore MD 21201.

Or email ; voice .

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 or

Do not submit unsolicited documentation. Resumes should not be viewed for a completed state application.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encouraged them to apply.

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IntroductionWhen you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for ...