Safety and Security Manager

NOLA Public Schools Vision The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success. Position Summary Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Safety and Security, is responsible for conducting routine inspections for all Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) properties and takes the necessary steps and precautions to ensure OPSB properties are safe and secure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts daily vacant property inspections and reports findings to the Executive Director of Safety and Security. Conducts routine school and athletic bus inspections as needed; Investigates all safety-related complaints and secures buildings at the request of the Executive Director of Property Management/Designee. Creates requisitions for needed purchase orders and completes entries into MUNIS; Reports any unusual conditions at district properties and makes appropriate recommendations; Troubleshoots all safety challenges and is solutions-orientated when reviewing needs with the Executive Director of Safety and Security. Prepares safety reports on ALL incidents that occur while on duty; including but not limited to involving weapons, narcotics, assaults, theft, etc., and forward reports to the Executive Director of Property Management/Designee for dissemination. Monitors the district’s hotline and responds and/or routes calls to the appropriate person; Manages all administrative and operational needs for contracted security force details; Serves as a key member of the crisis management team in responding to exigencies of the day or emergencies as they occur, fashioning a coordinated effort that is communicated both within and outside the school district and to key stakeholders; Maintains and secures the district key cabinet that contains all keys to NOLA PS school facilities; Notifies the Executive Director of Property Safety and Security/Designee on duty by telephone immediately when a serious incident occurs and to forward all others the next working day. Monitors, reports, and takes appropriate action on safety violations; Maintains post directives as assigned by the Site Administrators; Works as a response unit member handling special needs within the Orleans Parish School District; Works to identify areas that are in need of safety for specific purposes; and Performs other duties as required. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalency required. POST certification required. Minimum of 2 years of law enforcement experience or comparable private security experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred. Experience working in a school setting is strongly preferred. Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Eligibility or completion of a major law enforcement academy preferred. Expertise in area of specialization. Successful completion of a major law enforcement academy preferred. Knowledge of law enforcement and safety practices. Must possess excellent writing and verbal skills. Physical ability to affect arrest under difficult circumstances. Post certification preferred. Must pass drug screening test. All applicants must be able to work flexible hours and workday assignments. Salary Offers $45,400 - $72,110 a year Our salary offers reflect a commitment to equity and transparency. Each offer is determined by education, years of experience, and alignment with compensation across similar roles within the district. Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely; Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely; Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting. Performance Evaluation The employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS to ensure renewal of certification. EEOC Statement NOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Medium