Security Guard Training in Maryland

As per the latest employment statistics of Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for Security Guard job in Maryland is indicated below.

• Number of persons employed as Security Guards in Maryland are: 28,270 
• Annual Average Wage of a Security Guard in Maryland is: $33,010.00.

Maryland is known to be one of the environmentally friendly states among other states in the US. With its vast forestry, some of these areas need to be protected. Security is one of the main reasons why the state of Maryland offers individuals who are interested to work as an unarmed security officer. Not only that, a licensed security guard can work in other facilities that require having a secured area.

 

Any person who wants to be a licensed unarmed security guard must first meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be a resident of the United States and must be able to provide proof of his residency.
• Applicants must be 18 years old at least.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license.
• Applicants must be in good physical condition and can stand in long periods.
• Applicants must be subjected to an FBI style background check.
• Applicants must submit 2 colored passport size photos. Shoulders must be included in the picture.
• Applicants must not be convicted of any felony or any criminal acts.
• Applicants must be free from any psychological disorders that might impede him in performing his duties.
• Applicants must have good communication skills and can follow instructions well.
• Applicants must not multiple drinking convictions whether in vehicle or not.
• Applicants must submit his/her finger prints.
• Applicants must complete the application form with correct information regarding them.
• An FBI fingerprint card will also accompany the application and a fingerprint card can be obtained at the Maryland State Police.
• NOTE: Individuals who are not current employees of or a current applicant for employment with a licensed security guard agency shall not apply for a State of Maryland Security Guard Certification.

 

The Security Guard Unit will only accept applications completed electronically on the PDF form(s) provided to the left under Documents for initial and renewal applications. Please answer all questions accurately, completely and honestly. Once completed, the PDF form should be printed, signed, and mailed.

Mail the application packet to the Licensing Division at the address provided above. Allow 90 business days for the completion of the application process. If the Licensing Division does not receive the renewal application, satisfactorily completed, by the expiration date, the applicant must begin as a new applicant and complete all requirements necessary for an initial application.

All original applications require FBI and CJIS fingerprint submissions. Additionally, applicants must submit two photographs of applicant (2″x2″ square, light background, head and shoulder full face, no hat, no dark glasses).

 

The fee for an initial application is $15. The fee for a renewal application is $10. Fees are not refundable.

 

If training is provided or required, a basic training conducted may include but is not limited to the following:

• Role of Private Security
• Legal Aspects
• Patrol and Observation
• Incident Response
• Security Resources: Surveillance operation and documentation
• Customer Service Issues: Working with and addressing the public
• First Aid Overview.

 

Maryland State Police

Licensing Division

1111 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville, MD 21208

Attn.: Security Guard Unit.

410-799-2101 (phone) 

410-799-7128 (fax) 

Email: msp.waterloo@maryland.gov

Website: www.mdsp.org