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Job Details Requisition #:662867 Location:Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21287 Category:Support Services (Services/Trades) Schedule:Day Shift Employment Type:Full Time
Public Safety Officer I Johns Hopkins Health System Schedule: Rotating shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
About the Role The Public Safety Officer I plays a key role in ensuring the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff within our healthcare facilities. This position supports a secure, welcoming environment by monitoring hospital grounds, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety protocols. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to begin or advance a career in healthcare security.
Key Responsibilities • Patrol hospital entrances, units, parking areas, and grounds to deter hazards and ensure safety. • Monitor surveillance cameras, access control points, and alarm systems. • Respond to calls for assistance, providing escorts, directions, and support to staff, patients, and visitors. • Enforce safety and security policies, including weapons screening and access control. • Assist with emergency response, crowd control, and incident coordination with clinical teams. • Conduct inspections of emergency exits, equipment, and life safety systems. • Document incidents and maintain accurate activity logs. • Participate in required training-including CPR, Narcan, Stop the Bleed, and de-escalation. • Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and respect for all individuals.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and SambaSafety risk scores. At least 1 year of security or customer service experience required. Must be 21 years old.
Physical Requirements Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods, occasionally run or climb stairs, restrain individuals as part of a team, and lift 50+ lbs. Strong communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
What We're Looking For We seek individuals who are: • Calm under pressure • Professional and dependable • Able to work collaboratively with clinical teams • Committed to safety, service, and continuous learning
Working Conditions Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and frequent walking/standing. Requires bending, reaching, running, climbing stairs, and occasional physical restraint as part of a team. Use of security systems, alarms, and weapons detection equipment.
Apply Today If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a healthcare environment and join a team dedicated to safety and service, we encourage you to apply.
Salary Range Minimum 17.37/hour - Maximum 25.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
Inclusion and Diversity Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.