| Positions in this class
are assigned to the local school to assist the administration
maintain a safe and secure learning environment for the
school community. Under the general supervision of the
security team leader, assists in screening visitor access
to school facilities, maintaining student class attendance,
and other responsibilities related to school security
operations. Helps implement emergency code procedures
in schools. May assist with peer mediation and ISS
monitoring. Assists with providing security training
to facility
staff. Receives guidance and assistance from the security
team leader
on the
more
difficult
or
unusual
situations. |
| This position requires knowledge of all of the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS) to include commitment to students, knowledge of job, professionalism, interpersonal, communication, organization, and problem solving. Knowledge of procedures and practices
for ensuring the safety and welfare of others. Knowledge
of behavior management techniques. Knowledge of security
practices and procedures. Investigative procedures knowledge
desirable. Must know, or have the ability to rapidly
acquire specific knowledge of, school and MCPS policies
and procedures on student attendance, suspension, student
involvement, and standards of student behavior. Ability
to communicate effectively with students and staff, and
to understand the role of each staff member having responsibility
for student attendance, behavior, and building security.
Ability to work harmoniously with staff and students
and to perform assigned tasks under team leader supervision.
Excellent oral and written communications and human relations
skills. Ability to work with students, teachers, school
leadership staff, governmental and community members,
demonstrating these core competencies described in
the Supporting Services Professional Growth System:
commitment to students, knowledge of job, professionalism,
interpersonal, communication and organization skills,
and problem solving competencies.
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| High school and considerable college
coursework in criminology, law enforcement, or related
fields. Associate's degree desirable. Experience in work
involving the welfare and safety of students or others,
preferably in an educational environment. Experience
in investigation desirable. Experience in safety and
security of persons and property, preferably as a police
officer. Other combinations of applicable education,
training, and experience which provide the knowledge,
abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively
in the position may be considered. |
| Possession
of a valid Maryland class C noncommercial driver's license,
or equivalent. First aid and CPR certification. |
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(Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and
frequent climbing.) Sufficient physical strength to
intervene in fights and physically restrain persons;
stamina to spend long periods of time walking and standing
and to complete security patrol duties. Ability to
patrol outdoors in inclement and extreme weather conditions. |
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(Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required
to work flexible hours, including weekends, as assigned
by the principal/security team leader to provide maximum
security coverage. Required to occasionally work overtime.
Required to wear the designated security uniforms. |
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Patrols school buildings and grounds to prevent loitering
and to ensure compliance with school regulations and
local laws.
Checks parking areas and entrances to schools.
Queries visitors on the school premises and assures
that such persons report to the school office or leave
the buildings or grounds.
Maintains records of contacts
and activities.
Reports unusual incidents and observations
to team leader or appropriate school or legal authorities
in accordance with procedures established by the principal.
Upon request of police or other legal authority, may
hold violators for police and confiscate drugs and
other physical evidence.
Checks hallways, rest rooms,
cafeteria, and remote areas of the facility.
Sends
students to classroom, counselor, or other staff members.
Confers with students regarding improper behavior and
attempts to obtain voluntary compliance with school
standards.
Confers with appropriate staff regarding
specific incidents.
or principal/designee regarding building conditions
or practices which interfere with maintenance of building
security, or the welfare and safety of students.
Operates
security equipment such as two-way radios, metal detectors, etc.
Performs related duties as required. |
