University System of Maryland          Job Class Specification TITLE: SECURITY SPECIALIST LEAD JOB CODE: N12SFL FLSA: NONEXEMPT JOB TYPE: SYSTEMWIDE EEO6: H70 JOB FAMILY/SERIES: POL IPED-SOC: 33-9032

APPROVED BY: Chancellor Designee: EFFECTIVE DATE: 01/22/2008 James Sansbury, Acting Director of Human Resources

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, serves as the lead worker for a team of security 
specialists, providing support and assistance to the director of security 
in the administration and operations of a secured facility.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1. Determines work priorities, plans and distributes work assignments, and 
   reviews work to ensure work completed is accurate, timely, professional, 
   and in compliance with established regulations.  Provides guidance and 
   training to a shift of security specialists.


2. Develops and coordinates staffing schedules to ensure coverage at all 
   established security posts for each shift; that each security specialist 
   on shift understands the requirements for that post and ensuring that all 
   activities are recorded in the security log.  


3. Conducts audits of security logs to ensure compliance to established procedures.


4. Independently schedules and conducts after hours office checks, summarizes findings, 
   and recommends action plan to security management.


5. Monitors the SCIF alarm system, responding to all alarms within the prescribed 
   time limit established by DCID 6/9, diagnosing operational problems and 
   implementing corrective action as necessary.


6. Reviews, communicates, and provides appropriate training on changes/additions 
   to normal routines, updates to the security alarm and camera system, security 
   software, badge recognition and validation process, and emergency situations responses.


7. Assists supervisor in overseeing shift activities, including providing input 
   for performance evaluations.


8. Performs all the duties of a security specialist.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Must possess a stable work history with three years 
progressively responsible experience, with at least one year of experience 
working in a totally secure environment, operating and using CCTV, 
computerized alarm, and access control systems.  

OTHER:NONE

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Ability to supervise and train assigned staff; ability to follow oral and 
written instructions; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and 
in writing; ability to complete basic reports, ability to learn and use 
laptop, desktop, and other specialized computer systems configured  for 
security operations, ability to assist emergency response  teams from 
supporting police and fire departments, ability to operate two-way 
communications devices, cell phones, and desk phones. Comprehensive 
knowledge of the operations and application of security systems and 
protocol for maintaining physical security of staff, facilities, and 
classified materials and equipment.  Skilled in the operation of CCTV, 
computerized alarms, and access control systems; in diagnosing 
operational problems and implementing corrective action.  


OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

US citizenship required.  Must have an active TOP SECRET security 
clearance based on a Single Scope Background Investigation with a 
full scope polygraph.  Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or 
equivalent driver's license is required.