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Duties

 Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent, the Director of School Safety is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role involves developing, implementing, and enforcing safety and security policies, access control procedures, accident prevention measures, risk management initiatives, and emergency response programs, including fire safety and traffic enforcement. Additionally, the Director oversees and supervises the District’s School Safety Liaisons to maintain a comprehensive approach to school safety.   

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a District Safety program, including:

• Appropriate lighting and signage
• Building safety and surveillance systems
• Equipment, student, and personal identification procedures
• Visitor registration and access control
• Emergency response plans for evacuations, lockdowns, and crises
• Staff safety training and orientation programs
• Strategic deployment of safety personnel

• Serve as the District’s liaison to community law enforcement, the Juvenile Justice System, Child Services, and other related agencies.
• Assess school security needs, identify relevant issues, and implement action plans to enhance safety practices.
• Manage the placement, use, and maintenance of electronic security equipment; oversee proper notice posting, retention, storage, security, and disposal of recorded footage in consultation with the custodian of records.
• Develop a proactive departmental philosophy, set expectations for attendance, dress, and performance, and establish operational procedures for safety personnel.
• Serve as a liaison between emergency responders and school staff during crises.
• Prepare and maintain records of all mandated building safety drills.
• Coordinate with municipal agencies on accident investigations, crossing guard deployment, traffic management, property protection, health and fire inspections, and emergency planning.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications:

• Illinois law enforcement certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice preferred.
• Five or more years of safety/security or law enforcement experience required.
• Knowledge of security measures, security policies and procedures, and crisis management.
• Knowledge of current laws and regulations governing search and seizure activities.
• Strong background in building security, including the design, set-up and daily operation of digital electronic security systems.
• Ability to maintain order and work with groups and individuals on matters of security and crisis management.
• Experience and expertise in school-related investigative fields, related juvenile enforcement, and the development of juvenile prevention and intervention programs.
• Valid state of Illinois driver's license.

Salary/Benefits

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary range of $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience.
• The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental (MetLife), vision (VSP) and life insurance plans (2024-2025 CCSD130 Benefit Summary Guide).
• District paid IMRF contribution.
• Travel stipend provided for required travel between District facilities.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and personal days provided.
• Reimbursement of up to $100 for goods and activities that promote wellness as part of the District's Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee assistance program offered to employees and their immediate family members.

Additional Notes

Contract Period and Work Hours:

• 12-month position with a contract period of July 1 through June 30.
• Work Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Attendance at Board of Education meetings required.
• Evening and weekend attendance required for some school or District related events.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/district130/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1908

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https://www.district130.org/

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