Clerical, Paraprofessional and Custodial Positions

Clerical, Custodial Supervisor, Grounds, and Maintenance Positions

Individuals applying for these positions must complete all sections of the online employment application and submit a completed application before the closing date (if applicable) in order to be considered for the position. A resume should not be substituted for the information required on the employment application. The application must reflect experience and education to meet the minimum job requirements in the job description.

Before beginning your application you must have the following information and documentation:

1. High School diploma/GED or College transcript(s). All positions which require a high school diploma must be evaluated by an approved organization if obtained outside the United States. A list of approved evaluation organizations is available online.
2. List of your last 5 years of work experience including name and address of company, supervisors, telephone numbers and email addresses. You must also list any periods of unemployment in the last 5 years. All experience relating to the position should be listed even if it did not occur within the last 5 years. Your application must also list all places of employment where you supervised, cared for, guided, controlled and or had routine interaction with minors.
3. Name and valid email addresses for your current or past supervisors. A reference from a current supervisor must be received if an offer is extended. References from co-workers and family members will not be accepted. Three professional references are required of all external candidates. One professional reference is required of all internal candidates. At least one reference must come from your most recent supervisor. References are obtained electronically and sent to the email address you provide on the Reference page of your application.

When you have gathered all of this information, use the Frontline Applicant Tracking site to apply and select the appropriate vacancy desired under the vacancy tab. Please note applications are not considered complete until all references are completed and returned. Applicants may log into their application and check the status of their references (i.e. pending indicates that the reference has not been submitted)

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have complete applications (three references returned from supervisors and verification of education has been uploaded) will be forwarded to the hiring manager for review. Hiring managers will contact only those candidates who they wish to interview.

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) – Agreement and Salary Scales

• Master Agreement between the BOE of Howard County and the AFSCME (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022)
• AFSCME Salary Scales

Refer to the job announcement for salary information.

Employment Background Checks are required for all employees.

Entry Level Night Custodian (Full-time and Part-time) and Food Service Assistant Positions

We are currently conducting general screening of applications to create a pool of qualified applicants for current and upcoming vacancies throughout the county.

Before beginning your application you must have the following information and documentation:

1. High School diploma or transcript showing completion of 8th grade or above. Education obtained outside the United States must be translated into English by an approved organization. A list of approved evaluation organizations is available online. Translations are also provided by F.I.R.N. of Howard County.
   • Food services staff, high school diploma or transcript showing completion of 8th grade or above.
2. List of your last 5 years of work experience including name and address of company, supervisors, telephone numbers and email addresses. You must also list any periods of unemployment in the last 5 years. *All experience relating to the position should be listed even if it did not occur within the last 5 years. Your application must also list all places of employment where you supervised, cared for, guided, controlled and or had routine interaction with minors.
3. Name and valid email addresses for your current or past supervisors. A reference from a current supervisor must be received if an offer is extended. References from co-workers and family members will not be accepted. Three professional references are required of all external candidates. One professional reference is required of all internal candidates. At least one reference must come from your most recent supervisor. References are obtained electronically and sent to the email address you provide on the Reference page of your application.

When you have gathered all of this information please use the Frontline Applicant Tracking site to apply and select “Night Custodian” under the vacancy tab. Please note applications are not considered complete until all references are completed and returned. Applicants may log into their application and check the status of their references (i.e. pending indicates that the reference has not been submitted)

Hiring managers will periodically review complete applications and contact those candidates who they wish to interview.

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) – Agreement and Salary Scales

• Master Agreement between the BOE of Howard County and the AFSCME (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022)
• AFSCME Salary Scales

Food Service Association (FSA) – Agreement – Satellite Cafeteria Managers

• Memorandum of Understanding – Howard County School FSA (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2021)

Educational Support Professionals (ESP) Agreement – Food Service Assistants

• Master Agreement between the BOE of Howard County and the ESP (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2021)
• ESP Salary Scales

Refer to the job posting for salary information.

Employment Background Checks are required for all employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a pre-employment physical.

Paraeducators

Paraeducator (Grade 6) and Student Assistant

Paraeducator and Student Assistant postings will remain open continuously. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications with complete applications will be added to the pool of qualified candidates. Individuals applying for positions must complete all sections of the online employment application. A resume should not be substituted for the information required on the employment application.

Before beginning your application you must have the following information and documentation:

1. High School diploma/GED/transcript or official College transcript(s). (must be uploaded to application). All positions which require a high school diploma must be evaluated by an approved organization if obtained outside the United States. Please click here for approved evaluation organizations.
2. Paraeducators applying for positions at Title I schools must upload documentation of 48 college credits or a passing score on the ParaPro test.
3. Cover Letter and Resume (recommended)
4. List of your last five years of work experience including name and address of company, supervisors, telephone numbers and email addresses. You must also list any periods of unemployment in the last five years. All experience relating to the position should be listed even if it did not occur within the last five years. Your application must also list all places of employment where you supervised, cared for, guided, controlled and or had routine interaction with minors.
5. Name and valid email addresses for current or past supervisors. A reference from a current supervisor must be received if an offer is extended. References from co-workers and family members will not be accepted. Three professional references are required of all external candidates. One professional reference is required of all internal candidates. At least one reference must come from your most recent supervisor. References are obtained electronically and sent to the email address you provide on the Reference page of your application.

When you have gathered all of your information please use the Frontline Applicant Tracking site to apply and select the appropriate position desired under the vacancy tab. Please apply to all positions that you are interested in. Please note applications are not considered complete until all references are completed and returned. Applicants may log into their application and check the status of their references (i.e. pending indicates that the reference has not been submitted)

6. When your application is complete and has been screened, you will receive an email confirming your placement in the qualified candidate pool.
7. Applicants will be contacted by schools if selected for an interview.

Educational Support Professionals (ESP) – Agreement and Salary Scales

• Master Agreement between the BOE of Howard County and the ESP (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2021)
• ESP Salary Scales

Refer to the job posting for salary information.

Employment Background Checks are required for all employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Paraeducator (Science, Itinerant Behavior) Health Assistant and Security Assistant

Individuals applying for these positions must complete all sections of the online employment application and submit a completed application before the closing date in order to be considered for the position. A resume should not be substituted for the information required on the employment application. The application must reflect experience and education to meet the minimum job requirements in the job description.

Before beginning your application you must have the following information and documentation:

1. High School diploma/GED or College transcript(s). All positions which require a high school diploma must be evaluated by an approved organization if obtained outside the United States. Please click here for approved evaluation organizations.
2. Paraeducators applying for positions at Title I schools must upload documentation of 48 college credits or a passing score on the ParaPro test.
3. Health Assistants must upload documentation of current CPR, First Aid and CNA certificates. CNA certificates must be downloaded from the Maryland Nursing Registry and then uploaded to the application.
4. Cover Letter and Resume (recommended)
5. List of your last five years of work experience including name and address of company, supervisors, telephone numbers and email addresses. You must also list any periods of unemployment in the last five years. All experience relating to the position should be listed even if it did not occur within the last five years. Your application must also list all places of employment where you supervised, cared for, guided, controlled and or had routine interaction with minors.
6. Name and valid email addresses for your current or past supervisors. References from co-workers and family members will not be accepted. Three professional references are required of all external candidates. One professional reference is required of all internal candidates. At least one reference must come from your most recent supervisor. References are obtained electronically and sent to the email address you provide on the Reference page of your application.

When you have gathered all of your information please use the Frontline Applicant Tracking site to apply and select the appropriate position desired under the vacancy tab. Please apply to all positions that you are interested in. Please note applications are not considered complete until all references are completed and returned. Applicants may log into their application and check the status of their references (i.e. pending indicates that the reference has not been submitted)

Educational Support Professionals (ESP) – Agreement and Salary Scales

• Master Agreement between the BOE of Howard County and the ESP (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2021)
• ESP Salary Scales

Starting salary for an entry-level position

• Paraeducator (Grade 8) – $16.62
• Health Assistant – $16.62
• Security Assistant – $16.62

Refer to the job posting for salary information.

Employment Background Checks are required for all employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Frequently Asked Questions