FY26: Security Assistant, Richard Montgomery High School

Montgomery County Public Schools; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Security Assistant for Richard Montgomery High School to ensure a safe and secure environment. Responsibilities include supervising student attendance, screening visitors, and providing security coverage. Candidates should have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and a preference for bilingual capabilities.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Training provided in safety procedures

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; associates degree preferred.
• Experience in safety and security, preferably in an educational environment.
• Possession of a valid Maryland class C noncommercial driver’s license or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for the school community.
• Screen visitor access to school facilities and maintain student class attendance.
• Conduct outdoor patrols in various weather conditions.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Behavior Management Techniques

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree Preferred

Job description

Job Description - FY26: Security Assistant, Richard Montgomery High School (25004L2)

Job Description

FY26: Security Assistant, Richard Montgomery High School

Job Specific Information : Required to work flexible hours and weekends, as assigned by the principal to provide maximum security coverage. Required to occasionally work overtime. Only candidates who completed the screening interview for this position w/ the Dept. School Safety & Security will be considered. Preference to bilingual English/Spanish candidates with working knowledge of safety procedures/practices; knowledge of behavior mgmt techniques; investigative procedures; excellent written/oral communication skills.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
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. Receives guidance and assistance from the security team leader on the more difficult or unusual situations.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 to provide maximum security coverage. Required to occasionally work overtime. Required to wear the designated security uniforms.

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

: Richard Montgomery High School

Primary Location

Schedule

Schedule

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

Working Months : 10

Shift

Shift

: Day Job

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