Safety And Security Specialist

Job Title:Safety and Security Specialist

Exemption Status/Test:  Exempt/Executive* or Administrative

Reports to: Chief Federal Programs Officer

Pay Grade: P4

Department: Federal Programs

Status: Full time

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree or Law Enforcement/Safety Certifications (preferred)
• Mid-Management Certification (preferred)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Safety and Security Specialist, shall be directly responsible to the Chief Federal Programs Officer and the Deputy Director of Leadership & Superintendent Support.  The Specialist will lead the development and implementation of effective high performing Safety and emergency management programs, while supporting a performance culture that emphasizes excellence, quality, productivity, and standards.

• Program Knowledge and Understanding:  Exhibit leadership and coordination to provide continuity, coherence and effectiveness in the development and delivery of effective quality Safety and Security services. Stay current and up-to-date on the most effective practices, skills and strategies that enhance knowledge and transfer of learning.
• Partnership, Support and Coaching:  Design, deliver and facilitate program-specific and systemic best practice (e.g., campus-wide/district-wide) professional development, including, but not limited to:

1. Whole-group training that builds a shared understanding of skills, practices, or systems and includes opportunities for practice.
2. Support for participants implementing a new skill, practice, or system within their context, including co-planning, observation, and real-time feedback.
3. One-on-one coaching sessions that identify participant successes and develop their capacity to improve high-leverage areas of growth.

• Culture & Growth:  Contribute to maintaining and improving the culture of the ESC through customer service, respect for confidentiality, displaying self-initiative, and modeling a growth mindset through self-reflection and feedback reception.

GENERAL ESC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:.

• Maintain open communication and confidentiality with clients, staff and the community, in accordance with the Texas Professional Standards of Ethics. 

• Exhibit a professional demeanor when communicating with clients.

• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.

• Respond to client service requests in a timely manner.

• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to clients' changes in priorities and needs. 
• Maximize use of assigned ESC Region 18 resources and funds.
• Contribute positively to a climate that is conducive to the maximum achievement of Region 18's goals and objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Federal Programs Officer and/or the Deputy Director of Leadership & Superintendent Support.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate Safety and Security operations based upon regional needs. 
• Serve in a coordinating role to disseminate physical safety information from related agencies.
• Identify training needs and design courses, materials, and plans to strengthen prevention, mitigation and response capabilities.
• Support and facilitate emergency preparedness training programs for all staff levels with the LEAs.
• Provide assistance to school district personnel in the implementation of local violence prevention, mental wellness promotion, trauma-informed care, and grief-informed care curriculum.
• Provide youth mental health first aid mandated training and resources.
• Provide safety audit support and services for districts. 
• Provide assistance with EOP/SRP/SRM, NIMS/ICS, School Safety Teams, and Threat Assessment Teams for districts.
• Provide assistance to school district personnel in the implementation of ethical behavior towards staff and students.
• Provide assistance with Ch. 37 Discipline Training and Coding.
• Identify and procure materials and units of study related to drug/violence prevention and Asset Programs.
• Serve in a coordinating role to disseminate information from related agencies.
• Provide coordination, training, and service for grief counseling and debriefs when a district experiences the loss of students, staff, or when other traumatic events occur.
• Assist districts with audits for the Gun-Free Schools Report, Unsafe School Choice Option Report, TxSSC District Audit Report (DAR), Title IV requirements, and any other required local, state, and federal reports.

REQUIRED TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS

• Auditor - 3-year Safety Audits, TxSSC Intruder Detection Audits, and Safety & Security Infrastructure
• Emergency Operations Plans (EOP), Standard Response Protocol (SRP), Standard Reunification Method (SRM) , National Incident Management  System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), and School Behavior Threat Assessment
• Grief and Trauma Counseling, ALERRT/CRASE Certification
• Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Support, Active Shooter Tabletop Facilitator
• Other Required Professional Development as assigned by the Chief Federal Programs Officer and/or the Deputy Director of Leadership & Superintendent Support

JOB DEMANDS:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; moderate standing; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent use of computer, keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent travel, both in region and out of region, including overnight.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress