Executive Director - Safety and Security

Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans

Administrative Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 6
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports To: Assistant Superintendent - Administrative Service
  

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To lead, manage, direct, and administer the daily operations, programs, and functions affecting the safety, security, and emergency preparedness of District campuses and facilities ensuring that all staff and students enjoy a safe and secure learning environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

•    Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management or similar degree related to school or safety administration preferred
•    Former or currently Licensed Peace Officer or federal law enforcement agent preferred
•    Professional certifications in security related fields preferred
•    Law enforcement leadership training from an accredited or nationally recognized organization preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

•    Considerable knowledge of the principles of state and local policies and procedures regarding the administration of school safety and security and emergency management programs
•    Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and codes in the area of safety and security and emergency management
•    Knowledge of health and safety programs and applicable laws
•    Knowledge of emergency operations planning
•    Ability to manage budgets and direct personnel
•    Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
•    Understanding of a School Resource Officer (SRO) program

    EXPERIENCE:

•    Two (2) or more years of experience leading school safety and school emergency management operations preferred
•    School Resource Officer experience preferred
•    Prior experience in law enforcement at the command level preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

•    Direct and manage the school safety and security operations of the District
•    Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently
•    Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required by law, policy, and/or the Texas School Safety Center
•    Ensure the District's Multi-hazard Emergency Operations Plan is maintained in accordance with governing mandates and is fully implemented throughout the District
•    Ensure school safety, security, and emergency management programs are supportive of the instructional goals of the District and help in accomplishing the mission of the district
•    Promote a positive, caring climate for working and learning
•    Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities
•    Build and help coordinate relationships between district, police, and fire departments as it relates to the needs of our students
•    Foster and cultivate strong working relationships, to include community-based programs, between the District and the community to ensure school safety is a shared responsibility, and to improve trust between the District and community
•    Assist the Mesquite Police Department and Balch Springs Police Department in the management of the SRO program
•    Assist campus administrators with traffic flow and traffic problems through and around their campus
•    Identify and develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure effective operations and best practices in the area of safety and security
•    Work with the Athletic Department to ensure security coverage at district facilities and events
•    Coordinate, develop, and manage all disaster and emergency planning, in collaboration with appropriate district departments
•    Serve as the District's Emergency Management Coordinator
•    Develop, evaluate, and maintain a systems approach to processes relative to safety, emergency management programs 
•    Ensure compliance with all drills and exercises required by law as well as those mandated in the District's Multi-hazard Emergency Operations Plan (e.g. lockdown, secure, hold, shelter, evacuate)
•    Serve as a liaison with all safety and security inspectors, regulatory, and enforcement agencies
•    Ensure the district's behavioral threat assessment process is efficient and effectively addresses behavioral needs of students
•    Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff
•    Provide risk and threat assessments throughout the District, as needed
•    Prepare and deliver written and oral presentation regarding safety and security to the board, staff, and community, as required
•    Perform other duties as assigned.

        
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Coordinator(s) of Safety and Security
•    Safety and Security personnel as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

•    Maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skills while under stress
•    Ability to work with frequent interruptions
•    Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively at all times and especially in stressful situations
•    Frequent prolonged and/or irregular hours

Physical demands/environmental factors:

•    Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 25 pounds)
•    In-district travel
•    Frequent prolonged and irregular work hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.