Sr. Security Systems Specialist

Job Req ID : 113659

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Sr. Security Systems Specialist

We are seeking a who will support the delivery of campus safety and security services through the oversight of Security Systems Specialists and systems in the Communications Center for the Johns Hopkins University community.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads the activities of assigned Security Systems Specialists, schedule work shifts, leave and assignment of subordinate personnel in a 24-7 emergency communications and monitoring facility.
• Provides supervision of 3 - 4 security systems specialist and all systems.
• Perform periodic work inspections and provide input towards performance evaluations of subordinate personnel.
• Ensure equitable workload and quality of performance.
• Monitor and respond to proprietary intrusion, environmental, and fire alarm systems.
• Monitor and respond to proprietary closed circuit television systems for events or activity that may require a security response.
• Provide general assistance and information to Hopkins students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Carry out administrative tasks as may be necessary for the operation of the Communications Center.
• Coordinate handling of emergency situations and deployment of Hopkins security personnel during critical incidents.
• Monitor Baltimore Police Department transmission and activities and transmit pertinent information to University security personnel.

Contact and direct Baltimore Police, Fire and Paramedics as may be necessary.

• Create and maintain manual and computerized reports, logs, records and data.
• Perform other such duties as assigned, from time to time, be necessary.
• Perform periodic testing and evaluation of Security Systems to ensure reliability.
• Assume the duties of the Security Systems Specialist in the latters absence.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must possess excellent people skills and an ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Must be able to speak clearly and understandably in telephone and radio communications.
• Must be able to function effectively in a highly charged work environment under stressful emergency conditions.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Windows computer environment and Microsoft Office.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass an extensive Maryland State Police / F.B.I. background investigation.
• complete a physical / health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening.
• Successful meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to function effectively for extended periods in a seated position with periodic short breaks provided.
• Must have unrestricted use of both hands.
• Must possess full hearing capabilities.
• Must have binocular vision, corrected to a minimum of 20 / 40 in both eyes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma / GED required.
• Four (4) years of related experience, experience with security communications, call center, security systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) years related experience to include two or more years in a progressively responsible supervisory / management role.
• Related experience in security communications, call center, security systems
• Associate Degree / some college preferred.
• Additional education may be submitted for some work experience.

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins Universitys salary range for this position.

Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education / training and other qualifications.

Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here : .

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines : JHU Equivalency Formula : 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.

Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education / experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester / quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice.

A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the .

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law