Director of Security and Safety Services at Coachella Valley Unified
About the Employer
District Mission: A District that promotes education, pride, and progress. Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fourteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.
Requirements / Qualifications
General Description of Position Goals Under Direction of the Assistant Superintendent, organize and direct activities of the District Safety and Security Services department in accordance with laws of the State of California and the policies and practices of the Coachella Valley Unified School District; to provide District security support to school sites and other district facilities; to provide protective services for the district students, employees and assets; to provide highly complex and confidential staff assistance to Administration. This classification is the District’s chief security office, and emergency response, and disaster preparedness coordinator. This position oversees the operation of the Emergency Command Center. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field, and four (4) years of experience in security management, six (6) years experience working in law enforcement which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved, as approved by the Board of Education. Licenses & Certifications: • Valid California Driver’s License • Valid Minimum Liability Car Insurance • TB Test Clearance • Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance • Possession of valid CPR and First Aid card • Possession of or completion within the first year of employment the Campus Security Course or Campus Law Enforcement Course (Ed Code 38001.5) • Possession of or ability to obtain within six months of employment, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) courses 100, 200 & 300.
1. Directs and manages District Safety and Security and Emergency Operations. 2. Consults with District personnel, law enforcement and other public safety agencies for the purpose of coordinating efforts and acquiring information relative to the safety, security emergency response preparedness of District sites and personnel. 3. Communicates and advises individuals on security and emergency preparedness issues and topics for the purpose of providing guidance and direction, ensuring the highest level of service to the district community. 4. Consults with representative of law enforcement, County Fire and other public safety agencies for the purpose of ensuring interagency coordination and cooperation in emergency preparedness and critical incidents. 5. Develops and organizes emergency and critical incident preparedness procedures at school sites and other District facilities; scheduling and monitoring disaster drills for the purpose of evaluating drills and making appropriate recommendations as needed. 6. Directs and manages District security program for the purpose of ensuring safety and security of students, staff and District assets; and compliance with all federal, state, local and District rules, regulations, polices and procedures.
- Copy of Transcript (Bachelor's Degree)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters within the past two years, original signature)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
General Description of Position Goals Under Direction of the Assistant Superintendent, organize and direct activities of the District Safety and Security Services department in accordance with laws of the State of California and the policies and practices of the Coachella Valley Unified School District; to provide District security support to school sites and other district facilities; to provide protective services for the district students, employees and assets; to provide highly complex and confidential staff assistance to Administration. This classification is the District’s chief security office, and emergency response, and disaster preparedness coordinator. This position oversees the operation of the Emergency Command Center. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field, and four (4) years of experience in security management, six (6) years experience working in law enforcement which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved, as approved by the Board of Education. Licenses & Certifications: • Valid California Driver’s License • Valid Minimum Liability Car Insurance • TB Test Clearance • Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance • Possession of valid CPR and First Aid card • Possession of or completion within the first year of employment the Campus Security Course or Campus Law Enforcement Course (Ed Code 38001.5) • Possession of or ability to obtain within six months of employment, FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) courses 100, 200 & 300.
1. Directs and manages District Safety and Security and Emergency Operations. 2. Consults with District personnel, law enforcement and other public safety agencies for the purpose of coordinating efforts and acquiring information relative to the safety, security emergency response preparedness of District sites and personnel. 3. Communicates and advises individuals on security and emergency preparedness issues and topics for the purpose of providing guidance and direction, ensuring the highest level of service to the district community. 4. Consults with representative of law enforcement, County Fire and other public safety agencies for the purpose of ensuring interagency coordination and cooperation in emergency preparedness and critical incidents. 5. Develops and organizes emergency and critical incident preparedness procedures at school sites and other District facilities; scheduling and monitoring disaster drills for the purpose of evaluating drills and making appropriate recommendations as needed. 6. Directs and manages District security program for the purpose of ensuring safety and security of students, staff and District assets; and compliance with all federal, state, local and District rules, regulations, polices and procedures.
- Copy of Transcript (Bachelor's Degree)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two letters within the past two years, original signature)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
7. Directs and participates in the preparation, administration and maintenance of the department budget for the purpose of ensuring financial records are maintained, adequate funds are available to meet District needs; and funds are utilized in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and guidelines.
8. Manages, supervises, selects and evaluates security personnel for the purpose of ensuring efficient operation of the department; and provide training and development, performance evaluations and decisions on hiring, termination, problem identification and resolution.
9. Performs and oversees investigations for the purpose of determining and documenting facts and pursuing further action as appropriate; implements cyber security and attends Cyber Security taskforce.
10. Performs training and professional development for District and community for the purpose of provide knowledge, skills and abilities to individuals necessary to provide a safe and secure environment; in accordance with the District Strategic Plan.
11. Prepares and directs preparation of written materials, reports and documentation in an automated system of records management including but not limited to fire alarm, intrusion alarm, crime and investigation reports for the purpose of documenting facts and communicating essential information.
12. Directs response to emergency situations and establishes incident command post; and oversees the Emergency Command Center during critical incidents for the purpose of ensuring safety of students, staff and District assets.
13. Provide training and information to employees designated as school crossing guards.
14. Reviews, monitors and recommends for purchase District intrusion, fire alarms, emergency communication and video surveillance systems for the purpose ensuring efficient and effective operation, as needed for the District Central Station.
15. Makes presentation and provides training to administrators, employees and schools on issues to security and safety of the District and schools.
16. Review the required safe school plans and oversee implementation.
17. Serves as District representative to the media on security/safety issues, and other community organizations related to security and/or emergency response or preparedness.
18. Responsible for the operation of the Emergency Command Center.
19. Compose and present initial forensic investigation reports to administration, upon request.
Comments and Other Information
7. Directs and participates in the preparation, administration and maintenance of the department budget for the purpose of ensuring financial records are maintained, adequate funds are available to meet District needs; and funds are utilized in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and guidelines.
8. Manages, supervises, selects and evaluates security personnel for the purpose of ensuring efficient operation of the department; and provide training and development, performance evaluations and decisions on hiring, termination, problem identification and resolution.
9. Performs and oversees investigations for the purpose of determining and documenting facts and pursuing further action as appropriate; implements cyber security and attends Cyber Security taskforce.
10. Performs training and professional development for District and community for the purpose of provide knowledge, skills and abilities to individuals necessary to provide a safe and secure environment; in accordance with the District Strategic Plan.
11. Prepares and directs preparation of written materials, reports and documentation in an automated system of records management including but not limited to fire alarm, intrusion alarm, crime and investigation reports for the purpose of documenting facts and communicating essential information.
12. Directs response to emergency situations and establishes incident command post; and oversees the Emergency Command Center during critical incidents for the purpose of ensuring safety of students, staff and District assets.
13. Provide training and information to employees designated as school crossing guards.
14. Reviews, monitors and recommends for purchase District intrusion, fire alarms, emergency communication and video surveillance systems for the purpose ensuring efficient and effective operation, as needed for the District Central Station.
15. Makes presentation and provides training to administrators, employees and schools on issues to security and safety of the District and schools.
16. Review the required safe school plans and oversee implementation.
17. Serves as District representative to the media on security/safety issues, and other community organizations related to security and/or emergency response or preparedness.
18. Responsible for the operation of the Emergency Command Center.
19. Compose and present initial forensic investigation reports to administration, upon request.
Application Deadline
3/15/2017 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/19/2016
Contact
Cindy Maldonado
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7608481092
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$7,275 - $9,281 monthly (Step 24 A-F Classified Mgmt Schedule) *Benefits covered 100% by District
Length of Work Year
12 months/ 8 hours
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Security Department