Applies specialized knowledge and abilities in the investigation and detection of criminal and quasi-criminal activity in the school system; assists the school administration in the maintenance of law and order in the school; delegation of routine security-related assignments for security personnel on behalf of the Director/Principal, and creating a safe environment for students and staff and does related work as required.
>Completes and submits investigational reports as directed, completes juvenile arbitration reports and provides evidence/charging documents for court-related matters when subpoenaed;
Investigates and detects criminal and quasi-criminal activity in the school system; identifies those involved in such activity by interviewing complainants and witnesses, by observation and collection of physical evidence;
Assists school administration in the maintenance of law and order in the school creating a safe environment for study;delegates security-related assignments to appropriate security personnel on behalf of the Director/Principal;
Assists school Principal(s) in developing programs that will reduce the levels of vulnerability to criminal acts;
Attends and assists with security functions during extra-curricular activities;
Reports findings to the Principal, Director of Safety and Security Services and when required, to the appropriate police agency;
Appears as a witness or complainant in court proceedings;
Provides oversight and guidance relative to matters of school security, as required; and
Performs other duties as assigned.
>Successful completion of a certified Maryland Police Training Academy;
Considerable experience in the security and investigative field, preferably enforcement officer current or retired within 5 years;
Good knowledge of modern methods and practices of criminal investigation and crime prevention techniques and applicable Laws;
Ability to conduct thorough investigations and follow them through to logical conclusion;
Ability to deal tactfully with school personnel to gain their support and cooperation;
Keen sense of observation and memory;
Good judgment and sound reasoning;
Ability to physically meet the demands for this position; and
Excellent communication skills including both written and oral capabilities.
Completion of a standard high school course supplemented by college level training in law enforcement and criminal investigation; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Good knowledge of modern methods and practices of criminal investigative field, preferably some experience as a police officer or related law enforcement field.
>Holds or is eligible for Maryland State Compliance certification; Ability to obtain a Maryland State Police Commission; and Ability to maintain a valid motor vehicle license.
>No direct supervisory responsibilities.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
None.
