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Supervisor, Safety and Security

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Supervisor CODE: 0708 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Supervisor, Safety and Security GRADE: K MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction of the Chief Safety Officer, coordinates security of persons and property in assigned school clusters. Provides consultation to school and central based administrators, security staff, and other MCPS employees as needed. Provides direct security assistance and advice to school administrators and school-based security teams. Follows all safety and security policies and procedures;
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of procedures and practices for ensuring the safety and welfare of others. Knowledge of behavior management techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of investigative and security procedures. Knowledge of school and MCPS policies and procedures regarding school security and standards of student behavior. Excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills. Ability to routinely utilize current technology to document and track information and to communicate to MCPS staff and the community. Knowledge of the latest security technology including surveillance cameras, access control systems, visitor management systems, and communication devices and the ability to use the latest technology.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in criminology, law enforcement, or related fields. Five or more years of law enforcement/security experience in investigation and safety and security of persons and property preferred. Demonstrated successful supervisory experience required. Training in current security practices and technology. 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 AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: First aid and CPR certification required and fulfilled within one year of hire in this position. Valid class C driver¿s license required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Sufficient physical strength to intervene in fights and physically restrain persons when necessary. Stamina to spend long periods of time walking and standing. Ability to patrol MCPS property outdoors in inclement and extreme weather conditions. Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Ability to assist with moving, lifting, carrying, and placing of objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Required to occasionally work overtime. Required to wear the designated security uniform.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as central point of contact for coordination of MCPS school and central office security efforts.

Provides recommendations to school principals and directors on issues of maintaining a safe and secure learning and working environment.

Performs security assessments of MCPS property and functions.

Represents the school system in criminal court cases as necessary.

Provides support for law enforcement and department of personnel staff in criminal and administrative investigations on MCPS property.

Responds to central office security incidents.

Provides crisis preparedness training and support to all security staff.

Analyzes security trends through serious incident reports, making recommendations to director based on trends.

Maintains a close liaison with the county police district commanders and local police chiefs in the areas of assigned clusters.

Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information.

Understands and applies principles of performance evaluation and professional growth for employees.

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Class Established: 3/2019
Date(s) Revised:
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.