Director of Security/Chief of Police

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About the Role

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Responsibilities

• Oversees compliance in areas of health and safety for students, employees and visitors
• Coordinates district emergency operating plan
• Develops and maintains district, campus and department emergency plans and safety manuals
• Collaboratively supports the District’s emergency response coordination
• Acts as a first responder in emergencies and crisis situations
• Works cooperatively with district staff to recommend proper safety equipment or procedures needed to provide a hazard-free workplace
• Conducts safety meetings and safety training for all employees
• Performs facilities inspections, including district buildings and playgrounds
• Monitors safety and security issues, creating work orders with the District work order software to resolve problems district-wide
• Coordinates the selection and purchase of safety supplies, materials and training from outside source as needed
• Coordinates with district locksmith for repair services and provide guidance on key control procedures
• Collaborates with district and campus staff who oversee safety protocols
• Develops department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms
• Patrols district property to protect all students, staff, and visitors from physical harm and prevent property loss due to theft or vandalism
• Hires, trains and oversees district crossing guards
• Follows the District Emergency Response Guide and Emergency Operations Procedures (EOP)

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Required Skills

• Management of safety programs, especially maintaining a safe environment in a school setting
• Security and law enforcement practices
• Electronic security solutions and equipment including: magnetic locks, electric strikes, electrified handle sets, electric hinges, access card readers, motion sensors, request to exit (REX) buttons, power supplies, wireless controllers/readers, door controllers, cameras and low-voltage wiring
• Basic blueprints, schematics, manuals, wiring diagrams, and other specifications procedures
• Overall operations of a police department
• Criminal investigations, police report writing, and criminal law
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including the use of firearms and handcuffs
• Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Local government administrative structure, policies, and administrative procedures
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Methods of collecting and organizing data and information
• Operation of a computer and assigned software
• District and department policies and procedures
• Relevant federal and state laws and requirements

Preferred Skills

• Master Peace Officer Certification preferred
• Ten years of law enforcement experience in a supervisory or command capacity managing 10 or more officers preferred
• Demonstrated community activities preferred
• Past officer trainer experience preferred

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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