Emergency Management and School Safety Coordinator

Please note that this position within the Hopkins Schools District has been made available due to a retirement.

SUMMARY:
The Emergency Management and School Safety Coordinator ensures the safety of Hopkins Public Schools by overseeing crisis management, emergency planning, and incident response. This role facilitates the District Holistic Safety Team, supports school safety and response teams, and conducts risk and hazard assessments to mitigate potential threats.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Emergency Management and School Safety

• Maintains the district’s crisis management plan and response protocols per state, federal, and local guidelines.
• Coordinates with leadership and community partners to establish emergency response teams and conduct risk, hazard, and vulnerability assessments.
• Leads drills, crisis simulations, and training sessions, providing feedback to improve emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrates the cultural awareness skills needed to enable effective partnerships with multicultural and multiracial student body.
• Oversees security cameras, visitor management systems and access badge protocols for employees, volunteers, and visitors.
• Researches and implements best practices for school safety systems, including surveillance and emergency procedures.
• Advises district leaders on emergency policies, video surveillance, and security technologies.
• Facilitates District Holistic Safety Team and supports School Holistic Safety Teams.
• Investigates and reports criminal activities on district property, collaborating with key district leaders and law enforcement partners.
• Manages the District’s emergency preparedness handbook, safety resources, and website content, as aligned with the I Love U Guys & PREPaRE framework.
• Provides oversight and training for cameras, sensors, and other safety installations designed to increase security of schools.

Emergency Response and Coordination

• Acts as the primary liaison with Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Golden Valley emergency response agencies.
• Activates and coordinates crisis response protocols.
• Supports district leaders, staff, and students during emergencies.
• Maintain and understand resource status including how to request and receive resources.

Documentation and Evaluation

• Maintains records of drills, incidents, and emergency responses.
• Conducts post-incident evaluations to improve safety plans.
• Presents safety reports and recommendations to leadership including School Board directors.
• Researches and applies for safety-related grants.

Community and School Partnerships

• Builds partnerships and liaison with elected officials, law enforcement, fire, emergency responders, emergency management, and mental health agencies.
• Supports Cabinet leaders, the Special Education department and other key leaders/staff in I Love U Guys and PREPaRE-based crisis preparedness.
• Collaborates with the Communications and Marketing department on emergency communication plans and safety web content.
• Participates in district, department & regional planning groups, meetings, and training.

Training and Professional Development

• Conducts emergency preparedness training for staff, students, families, and the community.
• Develops and shares safety resources to promote resilience and preparedness.
• Partners with school leaders to train, support, and supervise building safety coaches to engage in crisis mitigation as well as emergency response protocols.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides expertise and support to staff and the community.
• Stays updated on safety trends and technologies.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance, flexibly and creatively managing daily work hours to accommodate and incorporate coordination of and participation in evening and special event support or crisis response.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement, public safety, emergency management, public or business administration, or other related areas is preferred.
• Three (3) years of related experience is preferred.
• Experience utilizing the Incident Command System (ICS) protocol for organizational preparedness and operations and/or I Love U Guys Foundation® Standard Response Protocol™ is preferred

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Valid Minnesota driver’s license and evidence of mobility are required.
• Minnesota Emergency Management Training Certificate, and/or Certified Emergency Manager through the International Association of Emergency Managers, and/or equivalent Certificate of Completion of Incident Command System 100, 200, 300, and 400, or Minnesota equivalent are preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:

• Expertise in security and emergency management operations.
• Proficiency in Incident Command Structures (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS) including Incident Action Plan (IAP) creation & maintenance, and safety mandates.
• Conducting security assessments and emergency preparedness planning.
• Knowledge of security technology (video surveillance, access control, alarms, radios).
• Awareness of FEMA’s 32 core capabilities.
• Strong collaboration with administration, staff, students, and families.
• Culturally responsive practices for diverse student needs.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to clearly convey complex concepts to varied audiences.
• Sound judgment & discernment in policy-aligned decision-making.
• Strong time management and project organization skills.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in a classroom setting, use standard equipment and stamina to stand for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a classroom/office/school setting.

Hours & Compensation:
FTE: 1.0
Non-Affiliated - G50
Range: $68,330.82 - $85,953.36, DOE.
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
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