Security Attendant Manager

Introduction

Spring Grove Hospital Center is the largest psychiatric hospital operated by the State of Maryland, with 377 beds. We are located in Catonsville and are conveniently near DC, Baltimore, and BWI airport. The 180‑acre wooded campus feels more like a college setting. Our mission is to provide quality mental health services to patients from across the State. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive health benefits package, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal days annually, pension and retirement savings plans, training opportunities, free onsite parking, and more.

Join our team and be a part of the change!

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MDH Spring Grove Hospital Center
Catonsville, MD 21228

This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Security in overseeing the entire Security Department at Spring Grove Hospital Center (SGHC). Employees may be subject to call‑in during emergencies and staffing shortages. Employees may be required to move and position patients or apply physical restraints. Employees in this classification may round during the day, evening, or night shifts, which may include weekends and holidays.

• Education:
  
  High School diploma or high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.
• Experience:
  
  Four years of experience providing security to patients or inmates or youths committed by courts to psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities, or juvenile detention centers, one year of which must have been in a position that included supervisory responsibility.

Notes: 1. The above educational requirement is set by the Police and Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8‑209 of the Annotated Code of Maryland.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience at a rank of Corporal/Petty Officer or higher as a non‑commissioned officer in Correctional Officer/Specialist classifications or Internment/Resettlement Specialist and Correctional specialty codes in the security field of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience.

• Experience supervising security personnel in a healthcare and/or psychiatric facility.
• Experience utilizing MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) and Google Workspace for, and tracking security incidents.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

• Must meet selection standards required and successfully complete the training prescribed by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission for a Correctional Officer during their probationary period.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, U.S. citizenship or resident alien status, have a completed background investigation, undergo an oral interview, and have a physical examination.
• Must have a telephone at their place of residence, be subject to call 24 hours a day, and be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with applicable regulations.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.

Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

• Meaningful Work
• Excellent Health Benefits Package, including Medical, Vision, Prescription, and Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Reduced Child and Health Care)
• Generous Leave Benefits…