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OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND DEVELOPMENT → CLASSIFICATION → SUPERVISOR, SAFETY AND SECURITY FACILITIES & ELECTRONIC DETECTION SECTION (EDS) - EFF. 7.1.25

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Supervisor, Safety and Security Facilities & Electronic Detection Section (EDS) - Eff. 7.1.25

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Supervisor CODE: 0708 SQ/OQ: Not Applicable
WORKING TITLE: Supervisor, Safety and Security Facilities & Electronic Detection Section (EDS) - Eff. 7.1.25 GRADE: K MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION; PHYSICAL DEMANDS; AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Under the direction of the Chief Safety Officer, Supervisor, Safety and Security Facilities & Electronic Detection Section (EDS) is responsible for overseeing all aspects of facility safety and security operations across MCPS. This includes supervising both the Facilities Security teams and Electronic Detection Section (EDS), ensuring comprehensive coverage of electronic surveillance, alarm systems, emergency preparedness, investigations, and access control for both school and non-school facilities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Ability to spend long periods of time walking and standing and able to perform security patrol duties. Able to patrol outdoors in inclement weather. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) May need to respond outside of normal work hours to address or respond to critical incidents or emergency situations. Required to wear the designated uniform.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of procedures and best practices for the control and security of facilities and property. Knowledge of policies and procedures related to all areas of the Electronic Detection Section, including but not limited to, all aspects of the security and fire alarm systems, software, electronic detection system monitors and security patrollers positions. Must know, or have the ability to read and comprehend technical materials as they relate to security systems. Must have the ability to rapidly acquire specific knowledge of MCPS organizational structure and practices. Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern business or public administration; working knowledge of current court procedures. Ability to communicate and deal effectively with a wide variety of people or groups under stressful circumstances; strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate information concerning work assignments and operations to others. Knowledge of proper use of two-way radio and correct radio etiquette. Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems; develop and analyze records and statistical data and suggest procedure modifications to fit different situations; ability to organize and carry-out an investigation of intrusion and other criminal activities associated with facility and property violations. Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, staff, students, parents of diverse backgrounds, and public agency personnel to perform assigned tasks under general supervision. Knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE; CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Education Training Experience: Bachelor’s 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 two to three years of successful supervisory experience. A minimum of three years of experience in central alarm monitoring, physical patrol operations, investigations, and the safety and security of persons and property. Considerable experience and responsibility for control, security, and administration of facilities and property. 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. Training in current security practices and technology.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Certificate License: First aid and CPR certification required and fulfilled within one year of hire in this position. Possession of a valid Maryland Class C non-commercial driver’s license or equivalent.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in every office or every day.)Supervises, trains, evaluates, facilities and electronic detection system staff, and part time temporary personnel in all aspects of their positions to ensure staffing coverage levels are sufficient.Completes detailed reports and reviews daily reports of security monitors and security patrols.Works closely with the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Electronics Shop staff to minimize false alarms, current and delinquent work orders.Reports security infractions to appropriate school personnel; reports security incidents to appropriate administrators.Schedules all regular and part time employees for shift coverages.Performs duties of facilities and electronic detection staff due to work schedule challenges or staff shortages when required.Recommends solutions to security problems to principals, administrative staff, and central office staff.May appear in court as the representative of MCPS in criminal cases, including juvenile, upon request.May assist with writing policy and developing standard operating procedures that directly relates to facilities and EDS.Manages all security equipment, including hardware and software, within the alarm center. For example; two-way radio system. Manages vehicle maintenance.Complete requests from the Police Department when seeking information on students.Designs security alarm systems for schools and other MCPS facilities; coordinates and inspects the installation of those alarm systems with contractors; creates and revises technical specifications for electronic alarm systems.Coordinates with other governmental agencies in civil emergencies; e.g., fire, flood, snow, chemical spills, etc., where evacuations of people to emergency shelters as required.Responds to the scene of trouble involving MCPS facilities upon call.Represents MCPS at meetings with other public agencies (police, fire, state attorney, county attorney, county planning); serves on committees within MCPS concerning anything that touches on security (e.g., Advisory Committee for Safety and Security Assistants).May speak to civil and governmental groups on the subject of school security, as well as allied subjects.Performs related work as required

This description may be changed at any time.