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School Police Communications Officer

Baltimore City Public Schools, Ellicott City, MD, United States


School Police Communications Officer
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Pay Range
$22.40/hr - $32.90/hr

Essential Functions

Responds to and manages emergency situations by dispatching school police units and keeping record logs.

Maintains records of movements, locations and involvement of school police units.

Monitors CCTV Video wall and responds to burglary and fire alarms.

Monitors and responds to burglary and fire alarms. Accesses National Crime Information Center (NCIC) for records, warrants and vehicle checks.

Accesses Student Management System to acquire student information as needed.

Maintains appropriate confidentiality of data accessed.

Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

Operates multi-line phone system.

Recalls Universal 10 codes.

Desired Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Must possess or acquire NCIC certification logon course offered by the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Data Service Division within one year of employment

Must possess or acquire Maryland Electronic Telecommunications Enforcement Resource Systems (METERS) certification within six months of employment

Must authorize release of prior employment, credit history, and criminal conviction information; must pass drug test, background record investigation and federal, state, and local fingerprint checks

Must submit to a truth Verification Test and Psychological Screening.

Must successfully complete entrance level Police Communications training

Must be proficient in technical computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Ability to use radio communication and other related equipment.

Ability to use tact and exercise good judgment in interacting with the general public, school and central office personnel.

Ability to respond to emergency situations while maintaining composure and demonstrating appropriate professionalism and restraint at all times.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Full Time
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

Completed online application

Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.

Upload copies of all transcripts – undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications

Must provide three professional references to include: name, title, business address, e‑mail address and phone number

All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application

All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits
This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by visiting the union website.

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability, veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long‑standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex‑Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education

Industries

Law Enforcement and Education Administration Programs

This position is affiliated with the Local 44 (L44) a bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement System.

In accordance with Maryland law, City School is required to share the position salary ranges in its entirety. Please note, this is not the hiring range. The hiring range for this position is $22.40 - $26.37.

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