Security Assistant - Alternative Programs (8 hrs, 10 months)

About the role

Positions in this class are assigned to local schools to help the administration keep a safe and secure learning environment for the school community. They work under the general supervision of the security team leader, assisting with visitor screening, student attendance checks and other security operations, and receive guidance from the team leader on difficult or unusual situations. This is a full-time day shift, 8 hours per week for 10 months, posted by the Alternative Programs organization.

Key responsibilities

• Screen visitor access to school facilities
• Maintain student class attendance records
• Carry out security patrol duties indoors and outdoors, including in bad weather
• Intervene in fights and physically restrain persons when needed
• Work flexible hours and weekends as assigned by the principal or security team leader, and occasionally work overtime
• Wear the designated security uniform

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred
• College coursework in criminology, law enforcement or a related field
• Experience with the safety and welfare of students or others, preferably in an educational setting; investigation experience desirable
• Valid Maryland Class C noncommercial driver's license or equivalent
• First aid and CPR certification
• Only candidates who passed the screening interview with the Department of School Safety & Security will be considered

Required skills

• Knowledge of safety, security and behavior management procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of school and MCPS policies on attendance, suspension, student involvement and behavior
• Ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Preference is given to bilingual English/Spanish candidates with knowledge of safety procedures, behavior management and investigative procedures. The wage range is $25.24 to $36.67 per hour depending on years of service.