Public Safety Sergeant

Public Safety Sergeant

Department: Public Safety
Organization: Johns Hopkins Health System
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Night Shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Location: Bayview Campus

The Public Safety Sergeant is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and assets within the healthcare environment. This role provides leadership, guidance, and operational oversight to Public Safety Officers and Security personnel, promoting a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence.

• Supervise and lead Public Safety Officers and Security personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance support

• Coordinate daily security operations including patrols, access control, surveillance monitoring, and emergency response

• Respond to security incidents and emergencies, providing direction to ensure effective and coordinated resolution

• Conduct inspections of security equipment, facilities, and procedures; implement corrective actions as needed

• Initiate and conduct investigations of incidents, complaints, and security breaches; prepare detailed reports

• Assist in training and drills to enhance staff readiness, compliance, and response capabilities

• Serve as a liaison with hospital departments, law enforcement, emergency responders, and community partners

• Monitor and recommend improvements to security technologies, equipment, and systems

• Mentor and model professionalism, integrity, and customer-focused service

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or military roles with demonstrated leadership experience

• Strong knowledge of security operations, emergency response, and healthcare safety practices

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills

• Ability to remain calm and professional in high‑stress or hostile situations

• Proficiency with security technology, surveillance systems, access control, and incident reporting software

• Valid driver’s license (no more than 5 points)

• Ability to obtain and maintain required state security licenses

• IAHSS Supervisor Level Certification (required within designated timeframe)

• CPR, Stop the Bleed, Narcan, and de‑escalation training (post‑hire)

• State‑specific licensing requirements apply (MD, DC, or FL depending on location)

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Ability to restrain or assist with aggressive individuals

• Frequent stair climbing, bending, stooping, and reaching

• Work in environments with noise, temperature variation, and physical activity

• Mission‑driven healthcare environment

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Opportunities for growth, training, and leadership development

• Commitment to safety, diversity, and excellence

Apply through the Johns Hopkins Health System careers portal or internal posting system.

Salary Range: Minimum 26.12/hour - Maximum 35.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We 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.

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.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.