Security Officer

Job Category: Security/Protective Services Relevant Work Experience: 1+ to 2 Years Reference Code: 40722.1072 The Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit center for engineering, research and development. APL is a division of one of the world's premier research universities, Johns Hopkins. Our 399-acre campus, 20 miles north of Washington, DC, is home to 4,300 men and women. We recruit and hire the best and the brightest from top colleges, 68% of those hires are engineers and scientists. We work on more than 400 programs that protect our homeland and advance the nation's vision in research and space science, at an annual funding level of about $680M. The Laboratory has been a major asset to the nation since it was organized to help the war effort in 1942, four months after Pearl Harbor. We're proud of our heritage from those early days and the can-do attitude and spirit of dedication to the nation's welfare that is still a major element of our culture. Security Officer Description:Verify the identification of employees and visitors by badge inspection and/or using the Security personnel databases. Make complete rounds and inspections as required. Provide control of all incoming and outgoing property. Patrol outside areas in accordance with security procedures. Enforce all parking regulations. Write required reports and complete forms manually and electronically to include sending and receiving e-mail. Miscellaneous tasks to include use of fire extinguishers; lifting heavy objects (e.g., classified waste bags); and employment of defense tactics.Qualifications:Required: High School diploma or equivalent plus one year of security-related work experience (e.g. military, police, corrections) or a minimum of sixty (60) college credits in a related field (e.g. Criminal Justice, Psychology, etc.) from an accredited institution. Good interpersonal skills are required, and appropriate grooming is expected. Must be able to speak and write English to the level required to perform job tasks including interaction with a variety of people and writing reports. Basic computer knowledge to include the skills to use a security database and email. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government issued security clearance. Officers may be required to occasionally work mandatory overtime.Desired: Accredited training in defense tactics (e.g., restraint and handcuffing techniques), CPR and standard first aid and basic criminal investigation.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceAPL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu Job Location: Laurel, MDJob Number: 40722Company URL: http://www.jhuapl.edu/Company Profile:The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC. Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce. To Apply via APL's Employment Website: * Make note of the Reference Code number for this job* Go to www.jhuapl.edu/employment click on "Search and apply" for current openings at APL. * On the Careers Homepage click on Advanced Search hyperlink* Enter the Reference Code number into Job Req# search box and click the Search button* Select job(s) and follow the instructions to complete the on-line application process.