Location: Silver Spring, MD
Company: Leisure World Of Maryland
the property management company for Leisure World of Maryland, is a private, age-restricted community comprised of 29 community associations representing over 5,600 homes and extensive Trust operations, located in Silver Spring, Maryland has immediate openings for Gate Guards to work various shifts, 6:00 a.
m. - 2:00 p. m. and 2:00 p. m. - 10:00 p. m. The schedule include weekends and it is subject to change based on operational needs. Please Note : New Hires will train on a variety of shifts which includes a midnight shift, 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM Employees will continuously work on a variety of shifts and all schedules are subject to change based on operational need. The ideal candidate
will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED. 1-3 years of related experience and/or training preferred but not necessary. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Ability to recognize when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. The ability to see details both close range and at a distance. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences (English). Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Ability to observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant. sources. Ability to enter, transcribe,
record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form.
Ability to provide information to supervisors, and co-workers, by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in-person. Ability to consistently provide a high level of accurate work delivered in a timely manner. Ability to prioritize work assignments. Ability to identify and respond to customer needs in a courteous manner. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Computer literate and knowledgeable using Microsoft Office and Excel or comparable software. We offer you a challenging and rewarding environment with many opportunities to learn, grow and achieve great results.
If you want to be part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
candidate will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED. Three (3) or more years related experience in Criminal Justice, Security field and supervisory experience. Leisure World of Maryland Corporation (LWMC), the property management company for Leisure World of Maryland, is a private, age-restricted community comprised of 29 community associations representing over 5,600 homes and extensive Trust operations, located in Silver Spring, Maryland is seeking an experienced Special Police Officer (SPO) to work M onday-Friday, including weekends.
Must be available to work various shifts, 6:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m. 2:00 p. m. - 10:00 p. m. and 10:00 p. m. - 6:00 a. m. The schedule
include weekends and it is subject to change based on operational needs. The Special Police Officer is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime, the enforcement of criminal and motor vehicle laws, and the enforcement of regulations designed to protect the life and property of the residents on the property of Leisure World of Maryland.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION Special Police Officer Commission. Handgun (Wear and Carry) permit. Automatic Electronic Defibrillation (AED) Certification. CPR Certification. Current valid full driver's license with clean driving record (Note: Learners Permit/Provisional License is not sufficient). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & BASIC DUTIES: Carries out the
policies and instructions of the Security Department, Mutuals, and LWMC.
Patrols the community/assigned on foot or using vehicle. Responsible for maintaining the peace and order, being observant of unauthorized persons, unauthorized situations, and emergencies. Takes appropriate action based on situation. Warn persons of rule infractions or violations. Enforce no trespass orders and apprehend or evict violators from premises using force only when necessary. Investigates and makes appropriate written reports on crimes, property damage, fires, sudden death, falls, and other incidents that meet the criteria of reportable as well as traffic and non-traffic accidents/incidents as well as reportable traffic accidents.
Gather and record evidence. Interview suspects, witnesses, and victims. Prepares a report of daily activities, any incidents/accidents occurring on the shift, maintains building/area security logs, documents irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized individuals, disoriented individuals, falls, property damage, traffic accidents, and other unusual occurrences. Provide assistance to residents in both emergency and non-emergency circumstances. Request medical assistance when necessary. Perform CPR/AED actions based on backssment of the situation/as needed as prescribed by training.
Assists residents who are locked out. Performs welfare checks as requested. Responsible for pre and post duty inspection of vehicle, including but not limited to noting defects, maintaining cleanliness, fueling vehicle etc. Any defects are to be reported immediately to the Transportation Supervisor. Provides supplemental transportation as needed, including but not limited to ambulatory and non-ambulatory transportation services provided. Collects fees as they apply. Adheres to applicable regulations related to the Americans with Disability Act (ADA); correctly operating wheelchair lift with proper safety restraints as requested by passenger.
Secures the administration building, clubhouses, and other buildings as required. Responds to dispatched calls both emergent and non-emergent as needed. Interacts with residents and visitors in a courteous, professional, and helpful manner. Ability to obtain necessary licensing in compliance with state regulations, including but not limited to Special Police Officer Commission and qualify for a wear and carry permit, as well as maintain necessary certifications/licenses needed to operate and/or carry department mandated equipment i.
e. baton, handcuffs, OC spray. Maintains current licenses in good standing as required by state regulations, including but not limited to Special Police Officer commission and qualify for a wear and carry permit. Provides support, guidance, and direction to Gate Guards as needed. Assists with training of Gate Guards. Additional duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Supervises Security Guards on duty during his/her shift assignment. Is responsible for the daily direction, coordination, and evaluation of Security Guards during his/her shift assignment.
Fulfills supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees: planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: In addition to the Leisure World of Maryland Corporation (LWMC) staff and contract personnel, the Special Police Officer's principal working relationships are Supervisory Special Police Officer, Operations Manager, Transportation Supervisor, community residents, their families and friends of family, employees of residents and vendors.
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. We can offer you a challenging and rewarding environment with many opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve great results. If you want to be part of our team, we'd love to hear from you. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
Law Enforcement & Security Jobs encompass various roles dedicated to maintaining public order, ensuring societal safety, and enforcing laws. Personnel in this field, such as police officers, detectives, security guards, and cybersecurity experts, are tasked with protection, investigation, surveillance, and crime prevention. Characterized by a strong ethical framework, the ability to respond to emergencies, and a commitment to upholding justice, these positions often require rigorous training, a keen sense of awareness, and a willingness to face risks. Notably, careers in this sector are essential for a functioning society and often involve working in shifts and being available during odd hours or in crisis situations.
are in place. Respond to computer security breaches and viruses. Provide maintenance and creation of Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation packages. Recommend system enhancements. Provide technical and programmatic Information Assurance Services Design, develop, and implement security requirements.
Prepare Security Test and Evaluation plans. Provide certification and accreditation support in the development of security and contingency plans and conducts complex risk and vulnerability backssments. Develop and complete system security plans and contingency plans. Assist in security program audits and develops solutions to lessen identified risks. Conduct technical research on system
upgrades. Qualifications Required: Candidate must have a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required. Bachelor's degree in a Technical Discipline. At least five (5) years of experience in Information Assurance related field.
Comp TIA Security+ or equivalent DOD INST 8570 compliant certification required.
providers of technology solutions to the United States government. Our mission is to provide superior quality, innovative, information technology solutions that help federal agencies best aid, serve, and protect the American people. Job Details: · Position: Unarmed Security Guard · Type: Part-Time · Shift: 7 AM to 12:30PM, or 12:30 to 17:30 · Location: 9780 Patuxent Woods Drive Columbia, MD 21046 Job Summary: Sanford Federal, Inc.
is looking to hire an unarmed security guard to preform security services at the Howard County Department of Social Services (HCDSS). Qualification: Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age Must be a high school graduate or have an equivalency certificate;
with at least two (2) years of experience in security/law enforcement work Must have the ability to greet and interact positively and courteously with the public Must speak, read, and write English in a clear and concise manner Must be able to read, understand, and apply printed rules and directions Must be in good general health and able to stand and/or walk for an entire shift and able to lift or carry objects of up to fifty (50) pounds Must be capable of self-defense.
Must maintain a current First Aid Card and will be required to show the card upon request Must be CPR certified by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or other recognized certifying body Must not have
a criminal record or be on probation Must not have been convicted or charged with any form of domestic violence or child abuse.
Duties: - Observe all personnel entering the facility/grounds when suspected of carrying weapons, showing hostility, or being unauthorized personnel. - Guard the premises against fire, theft, pilferage, malicious injury, damage, and destruction. - Patrol the interior of the facility at minimum every two (2) hours for fires, unauthorized persons, mechanical system alarms, secured doors, unnecessary lights, and other things as specified by the HCDSS Project Manager or designee. - Open the customer entrance door by 8.00am and close the door by 4.30pm daily.
- Screen all customers and visitors prior to their entry into the facility. Screening devices to utilize are walk-through metal detectors and hand-held metal detectors. This is done to prevent the unauthorized removal of agency property, entry of weapons and/or access to unauthorized persons into the facility. - Escort only authorized persons to enter HCDSS controlled access areas. - Report in writing any unusual occurrences and/or incidents that happen during duty hours on the Incident Report Form. This report must be completed immediately following an incident. The original report shall be given to the HCDSS Project Manager or designee to be forwarded to the DHS Contract Administrator on the next business day.
- Ensure no unauthorized person or person(s) are in the building at the beginning of the shift by 7.00am and at the close of the shift by 5.30pm. - Participate in scheduled disaster and fire drills in accordance with the agency's established evacuation plan. - Patrol parking lot and grounds to prevent theft and vandalism to vehicles and property. - Escort staff, visitors, and customers to and from cars in the parking lot during darkness or when requested.
- Unlock the customer entrance by 8.00am daily to allow customer's access to the facility. - Lock the customer entrance by 4.30pm daily and when customer exit the facility after 4.30pm. - Notify the Howard County Police Department and HCDSS Project Manager or designee in case of theft, vandalism, unauthorized entry, unsuccessful de-escalating situations, or any other crime. In those instances, the guard shall write an Incident Report and present it to the HCDSS Project Manager no later than the next business day. Incident Reports shall also be submitted for the events such as: threats, fire, maintenance, suspicious activity, potential safety hazard, verbal abuse, assault, unusual Activity, etc.
- Inform all employees, customers, and visitors of the State's no smoking regulations as per the Governor's Executive Order of 1992 when necessary. - Direct all visitors to the Check-in system after they have completed screening and are authorized to enter the facility. Thereafter, inform them to be seated at the lobby. Guards shall ensure customers are seated in a quiet and orderly manner while waiting to be served. At no time while on duty will the guard leave the Guard station unattended.
- Utilize the Attendance Register to document their arrival time at the start of their shift and departure time at the end of their shift. All guards shall sign in and out in the Attendance Register. Thereafter, submit the original Attendance sheet to the HCDSS Project Manager every week for review and validation. - Utilize the walk-through metal detector and hand wand equipment (Exhibit 2) to screen every customer prior to being admitted to the facility. The screening protocols must be completed for every customer before being admitted into the facility. - Be always polite and courteous to customers and employees.
Effective customer service is the Agency's primary goal. Why choose FAR Group? You can take pride in working for a company dedicated to serving our government by providing the best, most cost-effective solutions for the US Government. Our work helps the US Government secure our nation, support the efforts of our military and intelligence communities, and provide lifesaving medical services to our soldiers, vets, and their families. Please submit your most up-to-date resume. Please be sure to highlight your relevant experience. Far Group is an equal opportunity to employ and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
