Sec. 14.40.04.01. Definitions

A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

B. Terms Defined.

(1) “Center” means the Maryland Center for School Safety.

(2) “School resource officer” has the meaning stated in Education Article, §7-1501(j), Annotated Code of Maryland.

(3) School Security Employee.

(a) “School security employee” has the meaning stated in Education Article, §7-1501(k), Annotated Code of Maryland.

(b) “School security employee” includes the following individuals who are employed by a local school system, either as salaried or contractual employees, to provide safety and security-related services at a public school:

(i) School safety coordinator;

(ii) School security director; and

(iii) Any individual designated by the administration within the individual’s job description who is required to provide safety and security-related services as a part of the individual’s regular job duties.

(c) “School security employee” does not include:

(i) A school resource officer; or

(ii) Local law enforcement providing supplemental coverage to local school systems.