FY26: Security Assistant, Cabin John MS, 8 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes on 7/3/2025

Montgomery County Public Schools; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is hiring a Security Assistant for Cabin John Middle School. The role requires ensuring safety and security for students, handling visitor access, and maintaining attendance records. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and a high school diploma, with additional experience in security management valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in student welfare and safety, preferably in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of safety and security procedures required.
• First aid and CPR certification required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for the school community.
• Screen visitor access and manage student attendance.
• Work flexible hours including weekends as needed.

Skills

Communication

Behavior Management

Teamwork

Investigative Skills

Education

High School or GED diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Job Description - FY26: Security Assistant, Cabin John MS, 8 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes on 7/3/2025 (250049A)

Job Description

FY26: Security Assistant, Cabin John MS, 8 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes on 7/3/2025

Job Specific Information : The wage range for this position is between $23.68 and $33.72 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
Positions in this class are primarily 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. Receives guidance and assistance from the security team leader and/or cluster security coordinator on the more difficult or unusual situations. Security assistants may be assigned under the direct supervision of the Department of Systemwide Safety and Emergency Management to assist cluster security coordinators in providing school-based security/safety services and emergency preparedness readiness.Physical Demands: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.Special Requirements:Required to work flexible hours, including weekends, as assigned by the principal, security team leader, or cluster security coordinator to provide maximum security coverage. Required to occasionally work overtime. Required to wear the designated security uniforms. Use of own transportation may be required to travel to multiple locations as necessary (with mileage reimbursement in accordance with MCPS practices/processes).

Knowledge 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. 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. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience:
High School or GED diploma required. Associates 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 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.Certificate License:Possession of a valid Maryland class C noncommercial driver^s license, or equivalent. First aid and CPR certification.

Job

Job

: Security

Job Grade : 14 Optimal Qualified

Organization

Organization

: Cabin John Middle School

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Potomac

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 10

Shift

Shift

: Day Job

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