Media Specialist

Position Type: Security and Emergency Management/Security and Emergency Management Specialist

Location: Educational Service Center

Closing Date: Until Filled

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Description: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Management, plan, execute, and communicate the safety, security, and emergency management programs of the District to ensure regulatory and procedural compliance, emergency and crisis preparedness, and safety for all scholars, staff, and community members; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the District and department for which employed; support District and department leaders implementation of improvement plans; build capacity in staff to meet system-wide and department initiatives; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and buildings; support in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and services when applicable; participate in District and department leadership activities.Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district and department at the discretion of the supervisor.

 

Job Summary:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties:

 

Securtity and Emergency Management Security Plan – Maintain and communicate district emergency planning and crisis preparedness programs

Design, develop, and maintain a districtwide emergency preparedness program (long and short-range plans) in cooperation with other agencies, including 911, local law enforcement, emergency management agencies, and the Security and Emergency Management Advisory Committee (SEMAC)
Participate and support SEMAC in collaboration with the Director of Transportation and Security and Emergency Management Operations and Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Management
Maintaining and communicating district emergency planning and crisis preparedness programs implementing the district security and emergency management programs including comprehensive procedures and policies which pertain to the security and emergency management of all district locations
Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining a districtwide emergency preparedness program (long and short-range plans) in cooperation with other agencies, including 911, local law enforcement, emergency management agencies, and SEMAC
Develop, influence, and nurture trust-based relationships with government officials at city, county, state, and federal levels and act as district representative to these entities in collaboration with the Director of Transportation and Security and Emergency Management Operations and the Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Management
Participate in the district’s behavior threat assessment program and assist in monitoring supports and interventions.
Monitoring compliance with internal audit and security and emergency policies, procedures and training as well as local, state, and federal regulatory requirements; monitor and coordinate compliance with district standards for security and emergency management, emergency planning, crisis preparedness, and advising the Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Management regarding identified gaps in compliance and security and emergency vulnerabilities
Coordinating support for district staff and community members, deliver presentations, provide guidance and act as a resource; establishing system for responding to concerns from staff, students, and the public; under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Security and Emergency Management
Providing training for staff as necessary on the crisis emergency management plan and its individual components, emergency planning, crisis preparedness
Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:

 

Law and Government – Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, and political processes, and political organizations
Security Technologies – Knowledge of security systems and programs. This includes and is not limited to camera’s, NVR’s, alarm systems, card access systems and two-way radios
Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness – Knowledge of crisis management protocols, design, and implementation of programs
Developing and presenting employee training
Conducting behavior threat assessments and developing safety and supervision plans
Qualifications:

 

High school diploma or GED required
Associates degree desired + minimum 5 years of experience in similar/equivalent position;
Major field of study or degree emphasis: Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Security Management, Business Administration
Required Work Experience in Addition to Formal Education/Training:

 

A minimum of three years of experience managing security and emergency management program compliance, emergency preparedness, law enforcement, and security
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

 

Ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with colleagues, scholars, guardians/caregivers, community, and staff; interacting effectively with racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse individuals and groups in a variety of settings.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff, public, representatives of other organizations, elected officials, or others both in writing and verbal interactions; provide accurate information to the public and district staff in a courteous manner.
Ability to examine new approaches and methods, initiate action and render recommendations; use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one; understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making; engage in task analysis, produce detailed plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of processes.
Ability to lead and manage projects, from planning through completion, in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment; work on several projects simultaneously with efficiency and accuracy to detail; prioritize and manage work to meet critical project timelines; develop, design, or create new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products.
Ability to effectively engage in conflict resolution, conduct hazard assessments and develop corrective action plans and implement quality improvement concepts
Ability to effectively facilitate and/or participate in meetings and appropriately engage in challenging conversations; lead and encourage staff to reach established strategic objectives; involve others in planning and decision-making.
Ability to develop and present employee training.
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Ability to exercise confidentiality and compliance regarding program information and procedures.
Job Type: Full-Time, full-year

Hours: 8 hours/day; 5 days/week;

Salary Range: $67,766 to $78,150,

Bargaining Unit: Salaried Professional Contact, 12 paid holidays, 25 vacation days,1 personal day, 12 sick days, 403b match, comprehensive medical and dental benefits

 

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

 

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