JOB DESCRIPTION

BASIS Texas Charter Schools Inc. is seeking a District Safety and Security Manager to join our nationally ranked team!

*Strong preference for candidates residing in San Antonio or Austin area.

We Are Nationally Ranked!

BASIS Curriculum Schools have been consistently ranked among the best schools in the United States. It is a reflection of the quality of the BASIS Curriculum, dedication of our expert educators, and hard work of incredible students. Our schools offer students an education that prepares them according to the highest, most rigorous international standards.

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of district leadership, The District Safety and Security Manager will ensure a high degree of protection, safety and security for students, personnel, visitors, and property, by supporting and/or coordinating security programing at the campus and district level across all BTCSI schools. See “Essential Functions” below for a comprehensive breakdown of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s):

• Identifies necessity for updated plans (physical and behavioral), facilitates programs and initiatives of a prevention and intervention nature, which improve the safety and security of the school system.
• Develops, updates, and maintains policies, procedures, guidelines and training programs for improving the safety of students, staff and visitors to school facilities and extracurricular activities.
• Updates and distributes copies of school safety and emergency response plans to all school service emergency providers.
• Plans and coordinates systematic education and training programs to increase emergency awareness and preparedness among staff/students and teaches emergency response skills to core staff within the Charter School Network.
• Serves as an advisor to senior management, other leadership, and school personnel in matters relating to providing a safe and orderly school environment.
• Audits campus-level security performance, including evaluating the consistency and effectiveness of campus safety practices and drills. Conducts yearly campus intrusion tests to assess campus security.
• Works closely with senior management and public relations regarding security issues.
• Coordinates efforts between schools, law enforcement agencies, courts, public and private organizations, and the general public in development of initiatives designed to promote a safe school climate.
• Develops and maintains relationships with law enforcement agencies for each region in which BTCSI operates schools, including coordinating opportunities for agencies to use campus facilities for trainings. Interfaces with Educational Service Center (ESC) Safety and Security Directors as needed.
• Works with Growth/Facilities team to ensure projects/potential sites are compliant with current TEA guidance and the TEC/TAC.
• Reviews security-related incident reports from campuses and provides as-needed follow-up to senior administration regarding the outcomes of reported incidents.
• Assist schools in options for increasing safety and accountability for the drop-off/pick-up of students.
• Support preparation of quarterly updates for the Non-Profit, SSC, and Board meetings.
• Support contracted Campus Guard Program including planning scope of work, procurement of services, and continued evaluation of contractor performance.
• Work with each campus to ensure campus reunification plan is formulated per Standard Reunification Method and support implementation of plan.
• Implement and manage Narcan program across all BTCS campuses.
• Support Raptor Emergency Management Suite implementation and training across district and all campuses.
• Ensure 100% compliance with respect to mandated trainings and support campus programs (e.g., Stop-the-Bleed, Psychological First-Aid, BTA, Safe Storage of Firearms).
• Monitor and ensure that emergency drills (All SRP drills including fire evacuation) are being conducted on campus and non-campus facilities. Ensure 100% compliance.
• Work with and support Facilities/IT team on any maintenance, repair, and installation of any electronic or other safety/security systems or technology.
• Assist coordination and conduct mandated safety and security audits; assist in compiling the Board and TEA report.
• Provide Safe and Supportive Schools Program (SSSP) District Leadership and support campus level SSSP Teams. Responsible for SSSP Team operations and Behavioral Threat Assessment TEA reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competency Statement(s):

• Eligible for hire in Texas Public Schools.

• Ability to synthesize information and compose specialized reports/analyses.
• Ability to communicate effectively to large groups of coworkers and people outside the organization.
• Strong organizational and planning skills including the ability to remain flexible and work collaboratively and efficiently in a team and hybrid-remote environment.
• Ability and willingness to make reasoned decisions based on available information considering the broader impact on the organization and the school communities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized - Ability to develop and maintain order while documenting, filing, and coordinating tasks.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deescalate high emotion situations and find common ground between conflicting viewpoints.
• Communication - Effectively convey information both verbally and in writing while communicating in a manner that is clear, complete and concise.
• Accountable - Ability to take responsibility for own work, establish trust, and be receptive to feedback.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Cooperative - Seek out and engage in group participation to complete or improve work. Work effectively with others in a positive and productive manner.
• Relatable - Build genuine relationships. Be respectful and inclusive in decision making; work well with others regardless of level, background or opinions; maintain positive and professional relationships.
• Efficient - Prioritize and execute day to day responsibilities to best respond to business demands, maximize productivity and minimize wasted time.
• Ability to work under pressure in emergency situations and maintain and exhibit emotional control.

Education, Experience, and Required Knowledge:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an acceptable field (Law Enforcement, Emergency Mgmt, Criminal Justice, or a related field is a plus).

• Requires eight years of progressively responsible experience within a large organization including responsibilities for implementing and overseeing safety and security activities, preferably in an educational environment. Law enforcement certification and/or SBLE experience a plus.
• Requires valid driver’s license. This position will be traveling to our schools.
• Requires broad knowledge of school safety and security procedures.
• Knowledge of security hardware and software programs related to closed circuit television, controlled access, emergency management, and visitor identification.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws as well as policies and requirements as they relate to students, staff and the school system.
• Financial experience, facilities management experience, and experience with Human Resources related functions preferred. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Share Point.

BENEFITS AND SALARY

• The salary for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 and is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
• BASIS.ed Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time

NOTE: All employees of BASIS.ed are required to obtain and maintain a valid fingerprint clearance.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.

*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.