What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety and Operations Manager position at Helena Public Schools?
- Responsible for all district safety, security, and facility use programs, protocols, and systems.
- Coordinate with administrators for standard response protocols (emergency drills) and operational training to secure and ensure the safety of students, teachers, and staff.
- Lead the district Safe Schools program including disaster preparedness, employee and student safety, and public risk factors.
- Lead the district safety committee in partnership with the assigned administrator.
- Maintain the district environment safety testing program (indoor air, drinking water, hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead, etc.)
- Facilitate inspections (fire marshal, Montana Department of Labor, district insurance).
- Inspect all district school and office facilities for adherence to industrial health and safety regulations, and guidelines including playgrounds, parking, shops, and general use areas.
- Prepare, maintain, and update the district Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) to ensure school safety and adherence to standard response protocols.
- Provide consultation to administration for long- and short-term planning of facility safety, use, and operations.
- Serve as the district liaison to several planning groups to include the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), district crisis response team, City/County Parks Board, ETC.
- Coordinate and maintain fire evacuation, lockdown, earthquake and other evacuation records as required by the State of Montana.
- Coordinate with the district technology team for technological, safety and security details necessary to facilitate access and security.
- Monitor and partner with administrators for building scheduling using designated computer program (Velocity). This includes after-hours community use of facilities.
- Support K-12 administration with operations and support of events and activities. Includes deploying custodial services and maintenance support in cooperation with the custodial and facilities managers.
- Coordinate with facilities manager for repairs or updates as required based on safety audits.
- Review and analyze changes and proposed changes in laws, which impact the risk management function of the district and makes recommendations for action based on that review and analysis.
- Respond to emergency calls during off-hours such as nights and weekends.
- Bachelor's degree and five years related experience managing the safety program for an organization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of state and federal safety requirements.
- Valid Montana driver’s license to operate school vehicles.
- Project management experience preferred.
- Knowledge of school safety and security, and access control preferred.
- Management experience preferred.
- Experience in risk management/ safety field preferred.
- Experience in public school’s facilities, transportation, warehouse, and/or grounds maintenance preferred.
- Working knowledge of building and grounds operations involving plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems preferred.
- Velocity Certification preferred.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
- Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
JobID: 2929
Position Type:
Independent/Safety and Security Program Manager
Independent/Safety and Security Program Manager
Date Posted:
12/20/2024
12/20/2024
Location:
Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety and Operations Manager
As a Safety and Operations Manager for Helena School District, you would be responsible for managing district safety, security and facility use by developing and maintaining a comprehensive program to protect and provide a safe and secure environment for all students, teachers, staff, and the wider school community.
Some of what you will do:
The successful candidate will have:
Ideally, we are also looking for someone with any of the following experience:
Starting salary is $63,927.14-$71,611.90 per year depending on experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and resume.
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and resume.
This position will remain open until filled and applications are accepted immediately.
Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org or contact Human Resources at (406) 324-2012.
Important Note
Important Note
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation, a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
Salary : $63,927 - $71,612
