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Services Specialist (NC24020/488150)

Part Time Security Officer

Recruitment #26-000916-0002

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Introduction


This is a Part-Time Contractual Position with limited State of Maryland Benefits.

Work that Matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in affordable housing and community revitalization. We are dedicated to creating and preserving safe, inclusive, and sustainable communities across the state. Through innovative programs and strategic partnerships, we empower individuals and strengthen neighborhoods—ensuring that all Marylanders have the opportunity to live in quality housing and participate in vibrant local economies. 

 
 

GRADE

ASTD9

This position offers a salary range of $20.87 - $22.60/hourly, with potential for advancement up to $32.90 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines.  Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do no exceed $22.60/hourly. 

LOCATION OF POSITION

411 Dorchester Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613

POSITION DUTIES

DHCD is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Security Officer to provide a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and facilities. The Security Officer will perform regular patrols, enforce access control, monitor surveillance systems, and respond appropriately to emergencies. This individual plays a critical role in maintaining a professional, welcoming, and secure atmosphere that aligns with DHCD’s mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of experience in general services functions, office administration activities or in the receiving, storing, issuance, purchase or requisition of equipment, materials, and parts and supplies.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience as stated above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in logistics specialist classifications or administrative support specialty codes in the logistics field of work, on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in security, law enforcement, or public safety role, particularly in a government or office environment
  • Experience using surveillance monitoring systems or building access control technologies
  • Experience with emergency response protocols, including evacuation, lockdown, and active threat procedures

SELECTION PROCESS

Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Unofficial transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications are required. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Successful candidates must document eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.

Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents.  As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled.  The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits.  You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium of these benefits.  

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period.  This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:


Kathleen Hubbard 

Department of Housing and Community Development

Office of Human Resources 

7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706 


All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to dhcd.careers@maryland.gov. Please include the following information in the body of the email: 


  • Attn: Kathleen Hubbard, Sr HR Generalist 
  • Your First and Last Name 
  • Recruitment # 
  • Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment

Incorrect application forms, or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7418. 


TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. 


We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.


As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.



Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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