Services Specialist (NC24020.488150) (Part-Time Security Officer) - #26-005347-0001 in Dorchester

This is a Part-Time Contractual position with limited State of Maryland benefits.

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.

DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework and job-sharing options, training, advancement and career path opportunities, casual business dress on Fridays, and a competitive salary. Our offices are located in walking distance to the New Carrollton MARC Train Station.

GRADE 9

This position offers a salary range of $20.57 – $22.09/hour, with potential for advancement up to $31.59 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $22.09/hour.

LOCATION OF POSITION: 411 Dorchester Ave, 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:

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

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.

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.

BENEFITS

This is a part-time contractual position. Contractual employees working fewer than 30 hours per week (or fewer than an average of 130 hours per month) are not eligible for subsidised health benefits under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program. Accordingly, employees in this position are not eligible for State-subsidised medical or prescription coverage for themselves or dependents, nor are they eligible to enroll in State dental coverage or accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked at least 120 days within a 12-month period. Eligible 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: Jamaal Simpson, 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 jamaal.simpson@maryland.gov.

Please include the following information in the body of the email: Attn: Jamaal Simpson, 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 301-429-7781. 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.