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Northern Middle School JobID:

15006

Position Type:

Safety and Security/ School Safety and Security Assistant Date Posted:

8/13/2026

Location:

Northern Middle School Closing Date:

08/20/2026

Job Description:

School Safety and Security Assistant Position Overview Location:

Northern Middle School Compensation:

Grade 11 of the ESP Salary Scale ($25.66

• $46.

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Schedule:

7.5

Hours/Day Work Year:

10-

Month Reports To:

Supervisor of Safety and Security Benefits:

Employee Benefits Summary Minimum Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Three (3) years of satisfactory experience in school safety, security services, law enforcement, military service, emergency services, corrections, the Department of Juvenile Services, juvenile case management, or a juvenile services related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student records, employee records, and personnel matters. Demonstrated ability to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents/guardians, law enforcement agencies, and community partners. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to exercise sound judgment and respond appropriately in emergency and crisis situations. Ability to safely intervene when necessary to prevent injury to students, staff, or visitors and maintain a safe environment. Working knowledge of security procedures, emergency response protocols, and incident documentation practices. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and database management programs. Ability to patrol school property, monitor activities, and identify potential safety or security concerns. Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications related to school safety, emergency preparedness, and crisis response. Ability to adjust work hours on an irregular basis based on operational needs, including working evenings, weekends, and school-sponsored activities. Successfully complete the FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100 training within 30 days in this position. Ability to obtain Maryland Center for School Safety Security Position training within one (1) year in this position.

Attendance:

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Accommodations:

Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates Degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Demonstrated knowledge of behavior management, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques. FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, and 700 certifications. Experience working in a school setting. Experience conducting safety and security assessments or investigations.

Role Responsibilities:

Conduct regular patrols and safety checks of hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, parking lots, athletic fields, and other areas of the school building and grounds. Assist in maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment by addressing safety concerns and supporting student compliance with school rules and expectations. Utilize conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to assist in resolving students disputes and disruptive behavior. Confer with students exhibiting inappropriate behavior to encourage compliance with school rules and procedures. Monitor building conditions and safety practices that may impact the security of students, staff, and visitors. Support visitor management procedures and initiate contact with individuals who have not appropriately checked in through established protocols. Monitor class transitions and high-traffic areas of the campus. Monitor camera systems and radio communications. Maintain accurate records and documentation of safety and security incidents. Report safety concerns, suspicious activity, and unusual incidents to school administration and the School Resource Officer. Assist with emergency preparedness activities, including fire drills, evacuation drills, lockdown drills, and other safety exercises. Assist School Resource Officers and administrators with safety and security training activities. Work additional hours, as assigned, to support athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other school functions.

Professionalism:

Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.

Other Duties:

Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Environmental Factors & Physical/Mental Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed below.

Mobility:

Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods. Prolonged periods of standing and walking.

Communication:

Must have the use of sensory skills (seeing, reading, talking, and hearing) to effectively communicate and interact with others.

Stress Management:

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands:

Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, walk stairs, and climb. Must be able to safely operate powered equipment.

Working Conditions:

Will be subjected to loud noises and interactions. Must be able to withstand hot and cold outdoor temperatures and all weather conditions. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/13/2026 10:10:47 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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