Summary
Description
The Office of Security & Emergency is seeking to hire a Security & Emergency Coordinator.
The SEM Coordinator provides integrated security system management and dispatch services as well as engages in program level proactive security and emergency management initiatives and programs that provide for a safe and welcome learning environment.
Supervision Received
Report to the Security and Emergency Management Assistant Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in public safety or a related field
OR
- Three years of security, law enforcement, 911 dispatch, or emergency management related work experience.
(Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered)
Must have a good driving record with no more than three (3) moving violations in the previous 10 years and with no suspensions or revocations within the two-year period prior to the date of the appointment (suspensions for parking related offenses excluded).
Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties.
Perform security system management/dispatch duties as assigned including:
- Video surveillance.
- Card Access.
- Alarm Systems.
- Emergency Communications.
- Manage response to alarms and/or requests for service.
Act as a resource on security issues for staff throughout the District.
Conducts proactive system audits including:
- Conducting virtual patrol tours of sites, responding to alarms and detecting suspicious activity
- Conducting security hardware inspections, testing equipment and completing site surveys.
- Collecting security lighting data, and preparing inspection reports related to malfunctioning equipment in need of repair
- Receiving and coordinating after hours card access requests and responds to issues
Operate District vehicle to provide mobile/on-site functions
Work with other SEM staff to:
- Conduct crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) audits of district schools and facilities.
- Monitor and assist with require sited drills and exercises.
- Coordinate SEM assistance in the area of threat assessment.
- Assist in the investigation, location and reunification of lost, truant, or missing students.
- Assists with non-scheduled student transportation that may pose a safety/security risk.
Promote a positive image of the school district at all times.
Contribute to the District’s Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Working knowledge of general security and emergency management operations and practices.
- Working knowledge of most facets of security and emergency management including threat and bomb threat assessment.
- Working knowledge of both Incident Command Structure (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
- Working knowledge of national, state, and local public safety and emergency management mandates required of schools.
- Working knowledge in security assessment and techniques including emergency preparedness planning.
- Working knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment including Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED).
- Working knowledge of security technology including, video surveillance, access control, radio communication (900Mhz, 800Mhz, VHF/UHF) and security alarm systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to develop successful relationships with district staff, students, families, and community partners.
- Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
- Ability to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to successfully complete any SEM recommended training involving threat assessment, CPTED, conflict resolution, verbal judo and any other related training.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule
This is a 12 month position working 40 hours per week.
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the AFSCME negotiated labor agreement. The labor agreement and salary schedule can be found at https://www.spps.org/Page/33566. The minimum rate of pay for this position is $24.06 per hour.
Benefits are available to new employees after 30 days of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax-free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance and disability insurance. A benefits summary is available at https://www.spps.org/Domain/13220.
How to Apply
To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.
The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.
To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the “Additional Attachments” link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.
This posting will close on January 2nd, 2025.
Other Information
Transcript – Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.
Veteran’s Preference – If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran’s preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.
Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks – Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Equity Statement
SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.
Regular and reliable attendance.
May be exposed to various cleaning products.
A civil service test will be administered to create an eligible list of candidates for this classified civil service position. Once created, the list will be used for other Security & Emergency Coordinator vacancies that may occur for one year.
The test will be administered after the job posting closes and all applications are screened. you will be notified by Human Resources of the test date and schedule by email.
EXAMINATION: This test is available for open entrance candidates.
Training and Experience Questionnaire……………………………………..Weight 100%
You will be notified of the results of the Training and Experience Questionnaire examination through email. Candidates who pass the questionnaire examination with a score of at least 75% will be contacted regarding the date for potential interviews.
