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REPOST: FY27: Security Assistant, Kingsview MS, 8hrs/10mos, Ad Closes 8/28/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Germantown, MD · 2 mo ago
Information Technology$25.24–$36.67/hrFull-time

About the Role

Positions in this class are assigned to the local school to assist the administration in maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for the school community. Under the general supervision of the security team leader, responsibilities include screening visitor access to school facilities, maintaining student class attendance, and other school security operations. Receives guidance and assistance from the security team leader on more difficult or unusual situations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in screening visitor access to school facilities.
  • Maintain student class attendance records.
  • Support school security operations under the supervision of the security team leader.
  • Patrol school premises, including outdoor areas in inclement and extreme weather conditions.
  • Intervene in fights and physically restrain persons when necessary.
  • Communicate effectively with students and staff regarding attendance, behavior, and security policies.
  • Work harmoniously with staff and students while performing assigned tasks.

Requirements

  • High School or GED diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.
  • College coursework in criminology, law enforcement, or related fields.
  • Experience in work involving the welfare and safety of students or others, preferably in an educational environment.
  • Experience in safety and security of persons and property, preferably as a police officer.
  • Experience in investigation is desirable.
  • Possession of a valid Maryland class C noncommercial driver’s license, or equivalent.
  • First aid and CPR certification.

Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of procedures and practices for ensuring the safety and welfare of others.
  • Knowledge of behavior management techniques.
  • Knowledge of security practices and procedures.
  • Understanding of investigative procedures is desirable.
  • Ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of school and MCPS policies and procedures on student attendance, suspension, student involvement, and standards of student behavior.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong human relations skills and ability to work harmoniously with staff and students.
  • Knowledge of and ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
  • Sufficient physical strength to intervene in fights and physically restrain persons.
  • Stamina to spend long periods walking and standing, and to complete security patrol duties.

Schedule

  • Full-time, 10-month position.
  • Day shift.
  • 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 uniform.

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $25.24 and $36.67 per hour, based on years of service.

Benefits

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Only candidates who completed the screening interview for this position with the Department of School Safety & Security will be considered. Preference given to bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates with working knowledge of safety procedures and practices.

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