Director, Safety and Security (9628) at Bastrop Independent School District

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Responsible for the overall management, strategic planning, development, evaluation, and implementation of the district’s safety and security program. Oversee mitigation, prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery phases of emergency management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in criminal justice, emergency management, or related field
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of emergency operations planning
• Knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) procedures
• Knowledge of health and school safety programs and applicable laws
• Strong public information, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal response procedures
• Ability to work within the county emergency operations center as applicable

Experience:

• Two (2) years of emergency management, risk management, or safety and security experience preferred
• Two (2) years of campus administration experience preferred

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Safety and Security:

• Provide leadership for the development, planning, and implementation of the district wide school safety and security programs.
• Responsible for district safety, emergency management, NIMS, and ICS, training of administrators, staff, and volunteers.
• Develop and provide guidance to campuses and other facilities for emergency procedure drills. Plan and coordinate drills with all instructional and non-instructional facilities to ensure readiness when needed.
• Plan agendas and serve as chair for the school safety and security committee; prepare the committee to staff the Emergency Operations Center.
• Oversee the annual review of the district emergency management plan using data, state guidance, and stakeholder feedback to assess effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
• Inform campus leaders of the status of campus preparedness and planning for weather-related or unexpected emergencies. Monitor weather and approaching storms and make recommendations if the weather is likely to alter campus class schedules or affect campus events.
• Assess availability of appropriate technologies for emergency response, including testing emergency communication technologies, tracking and analyzing the speed of communications, timing of messages, and communication delays.
• Act as the district liaison with local law enforcement, fire agencies, emergency management officials, and community leaders involved in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

• Oversee development, maintenance, and implementation of the district’s multi-hazard emergency operations plan; ensure campus plans are up-to-date and in compliance with the latest standards in emergency response.
• Implement federal and state laws and regulations, local board policy, and insurance regulations, and ensure compliance.
• Stay abreast of local, state, and federal public policy changes that could impact the district.
• Stay abreast of the relevant procedures and strategies for public schools outlined by NIMS and ICS.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, audits, and other documents as required.

Communication:

• Ensure that established goals and expectations related to district safety and security are communicated clearly, consistently, and in a timely manner to all appropriate stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations regarding security and safety issues to the board, staff, and community, as required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Security Personnel*

*Note: A commissioned peace officer can only be supervised by a commissioned peace officer.

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; occasional standing and walking
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel; occasional outside work with exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration, and chemical and electrical hazards
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress