Senior Building Security Monitor

Position Type:

SUPPORT - FACILITIES POSITIONS/SR BUILDING SECURITY MONITOR (J5001)

Date Posted:

5/8/2024

Location:

PULASKI PARK/MAIN.ADMIN (159060)

Closing Date:

05/21/2024

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BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: Senior Building Security Monitor

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, patrols an assigned area to ensure the protection of property and equipment.

Responds to emergency incidents and takes appropriate corrective actions. Performs routine building inspections and documents findings. Performs the critical functions of the Call Center Monitor Operator as needed.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Provides guidance and training to staff regarding building security matters, as designated by supervisor. Relays supervisory initiatives to staff regarding assignments and facilities.

Reviews security reports. Keeps agency management informed regarding security, safety, and operational issues.

Monitors electronic security systems. Dispatches building security monitors and others.

Receives and responds to emergency calls for assistance. Produces written reports and documents security activities in our work order system.

Patrols an assigned area on foot and by car. Inspects buildings, facilities, grounds, and equipment.

Reports and corrects safety and security infractions including but not limited to open and unlocked doors and windows, lights left on or off contrary to policy, and equipment and materials left in locations that cause a safety hazard or are conducive to their theft.

Searches for and reports evidence of illegal entry, theft, and vandalism. Monitors and responds to alarm systems. In emergency situations, contacts appropriate Facilities Management personnel and/or the police and/or fire department.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; plus four years of experience in the field of building security, building inspections, security patrol, law enforcement, and/or military policing.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of building security. Knowledge of fire and building safety. Knowledge of alarm systems.

Skill in providing building security. Skill in responding to emergency situations.

Ability to communicate effectively with departmental staff and representatives of outside agencies. Ability to learn BCPS security procedures and practices. Ability to determine the proper course of action in emergency situations.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class entails frequent walking and standing, and the operation of motor vehicles. Work requires the exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and emergency incidents. Work requires travel to various sites throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.

Persons appointed to this class are subject to call to duty and will be required to work overtime with little or no advanced warning. Work schedules will include nights, weekends, and holidays.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors.

BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at https://coronavirusvaccineoutreach-bc-gis.hub.arcgis.com/. Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at https://www.bcps.org/covid19

FLSA: Non-exempt

SALARY: Grade 07 on the AFSCME Pay Scale ($21.77 to $29.82 per hour)

Full time position available - variable weekday and weekend days

• 3rd shift 10:30 p.m.

• 7:00 a.m.

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:

EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools, and a separate completed application must be submitted for each position and location in which you are interested.

• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.

• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.

• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation.
  
  A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.00

• An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.

• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.

• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.

• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.

• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.

• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits session.

• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

TiErra Johnson, HR Analyst

6901 Charles Street, E Building

Towson, Maryland 21204

Phone: 443-809-7872

Fax: 410-887-7876