Safety Director directs, develops, and oversees the general health and safety policies and procedures of the organization. Ensures the workplace is in compliance with OSHA and other state, local, or industry specific regulations and that periodic safety audits are conducted. Being a Safety Director provides programs that ensure a safe workplace including safety orientations, skill training, emergency preparedness, proper job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures, and the use of protective equipment. Develops a systemic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and generate required reporting. Additionally, Safety Director implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Safety Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Safety Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferably in Public Administration or related field or equivalent work experience;
Certification in Risk Management for Public Entities preferred
Minimum of five years previous experience and/or training involving law enforcement and/or institutional, safety and security
Experience working and leading in a K-12 school environment preferred
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and accreditation standards related to safety, and security and environmental issues
Knowledge in securing grant funding which supports school safety initiatives
Knowledge of data collection, analysis and data presentation
Ability to exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive information
Ability to manage critical incidents successfully
Skill in collaborative leadership of individuals and groups
Skill in organizing and managing projects from beginning to end
Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal including the ability to effectively communicate during crisis situations
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skill in working with many levels and diverse publics inside and outside the district
Outstanding references from current and former supervisors
Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement Division) report
Salary Range: Administrative Scale/Group 7
Length of Contract: 12 months (prorated for days left in school year)
Deadline for applications: Applications will be accepted until position is filled
Starting Date: Immediately Upon Selection
College transcripts, three references, and a copy of appropriate credentials should also be submitted during the application process.
Prior to employment, the District will request a criminal record history check for past action of crimes. For this reason, information about date of birth, gender, and race is requested as a part of the application process.
The district reserves the right to make changes to the job posting/description as necessary to meet the district’s needs.
JOB DESCRIPTION
DIRECTOR OF SAFETY AND SECURITY
Purpose Statement:
The job of Director for Safety and Security is done for the purpose/s of providing structure and system support for Rock Hill Schools mission, vision, and strategic plan by providing an environment, which is free from recognized hazards, and collaborating with the schools and other agencies (i.e. law enforcement, emergency management, etc.) to assist schools to recognize, identify and evaluate risks and hazards (and/or respond) to our students and/or employees for the promotion of personal health, academic success, and future productivity of the students of Rock Hill Schools of York County District Three.
Essential Functions
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: maintaining accurate records, skill in applying accepted administrative methods/techniques and proficiency in the use of world processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, Internet, or other computer programs; managing security systems.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and accreditation standards related to safety standards and hazards, pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws, safety practices and procedures, knowledge of data collection, analysis and data presentation and knowledge of South Carolina Boards Trust (SCSBIT) related to general liability and civil suit claims; and environmental safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operates equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: working with detailed information/data, setting priorities meeting deadlines and schedules, maintaining confidentiality communicating with diverse groups, establishing effective relationships.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational policies to achieve organizational objectives; managing multiple departments; and supervising the use of funds for multiple departments. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 35% walking, and 35% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Experience
Minimum of five years previous experience and/or training involving law enforcement and/or institutional safety and security.
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferably in Public Administration or related field
Required Testing
Pre-employment TB Test
Certificates & Licenses
Related to field
RISK Management for Public Entities (RMPE) preferred
Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified
Clearances
Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement division) report outstanding references from current and former employers
FLSA Status
Exempt
Salary Grade
Admin 7
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