POSITION OVERVIEW

The Security Officer interacts regularly with the public, making it one of the most essential roles at Glenstone. As a member of the security team, you will have a critical role in protecting Glenstone staff and visitors, a world-class art collection, 300+ acres of rolling meadows and forests, and buildings designed by renowned architects.
Glenstone Museum is a privately funded nonprofit that operates with the rigor and best practices of a successful business. Security Officers at Glenstone work with a first-rate security team, learn and participate in best practices, and work in an environment that includes state-of-the-art technology and systems.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• COVID-19 vaccination and up to date on all boosters.
• Strong cultural competence, interpersonal communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle with standard transmission.
• Able to read and write clearly and concisely in English and converse intelligently over the telephone and two-way radio.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and web browsing.
• Able to work off-hour events and weekends on occasion as needed and available for 24/7 emergency contact.
• Proficiency with electronic systems including access control, intrusion detection, fire detection/ suppression, and video surveillance.
• Able to walk, run, jump, crawl, climb steep stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, work with hands above shoulder level and safely lift and operate a 50-pound fire extinguisher.
• Able to see 20/20 or have corrected vision of 20/40 and to hear normal conversation.
• CPR Certification, Certified First Responder, and AED Certification or the ability to earn certification within the first 30 days of employment with the support of Glenstone.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a physical fitness test.
• Maryland Security Guard Card preferred but not required before employment.
• Maryland Security Guard Card required within 90 days of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree or sixty credits from an accredited institution
• Designation as a Certified Institutional Protection Specialist (IFCPP) and/or Certified Protection Professional (ASIS).
• Certified in: First Aid, AED, CPR, Basic Life Support, Emergency Medical Response, or ability to obtain within 30-days of employment.

• Monitoring access control via state-of-the-art security software platforms
• Conduct regular, thorough patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Evaluate situations to determine any hazards or dangers and take appropriate action to protect the safety of staff, visitors, and property.
• Monitor building security by regularly inspecting doors, windows, gates, and locks and completing daily logs to ensure thorough, accurate record keeping.
• Perform building opening and/or closing procedures including locking and unlocking doors and arming and disarming alarms.
• Conduct regular surveillance of all security systems including cameras, fence alarms, key access control, and card access.
• Work in the Gatehouse when assigned, serving as the first point of contact and access control for the staff and vendor entrance.
• Work in the state-of-the-art control room that monitors the 200+ acre site as well as the interior and exterior of the museums and other buildings.
• Operate vehicles to safely transport staff and equipment around the site.
• Ensure positive interaction and welcoming environment for all visitors.