Executive Director

Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a visionary Executive Director to lead school safety initiatives and enhance community engagement. This role is pivotal in guiding the strategic direction of the organization, ensuring a safe environment for learning and collaboration. The Executive Director will work closely with a dedicated team and various state agencies to implement innovative safety programs and foster partnerships. If you are passionate about making schools safer and have a proven track record in leadership and collaboration, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in school safety and security initiatives.
• Experience collaborating with various state agencies and partners.
• Strong communication and business management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in school safety and security initiatives.
• Direct and administer the affairs of WSSCA.
• Oversee planning of meetings and conferences.

Skills

Organizational Leadership

Collaboration with State Agencies

School Safety and Security Experience

Communication Skills

Business Management

Job description

The Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association (WSSCA) is seeking qualified candidates to serve as their next Executive Director.

WSSCA has been involved in Wisconsin school safety for over 50 years. Our current strategic plan centers around goals to increase membership, learning opportunities and engagement with stakeholders. We are committed to making schools a safer place to learn, play, teach, work and to visit, and the Executive Director will serve as a visionary, bringing these principles to life.

The current role of Executive Director is supported by a part-time Assistant Director, part-time Safety & Security Assessment Program Coordinator, part-time Certification Program Coordinator and a twelve person Board of Directors. In addition, numerous advisors serve alongside the board. WSSCA provides professional development throughout the year which centers around our recently updated and DPI endorsed Safety Coordinator Certification. WSSCA also hosts a statewide conference each year which attracts hundreds of attendees and vendors. The WSSCA Board and staff utilize a strategic plan to guide development of annual and multi-year goals and priorities.

The Executive Director’s duties are summarized as follows:

- To provide leadership in School Safety and Security
- To direct and administer WSSCA affairs
- To oversee the financial status of WSSCA
- To oversee the planning of meetings, conferences, training(s)
- To help guide the Board of Directors and Association regarding the Association’s Strategic Plan

The preferred candidates will possess skills and competencies in the following areas:

- Organizational Leadership
- Collaboration with State Agencies & Partners (i.e. DOJ, WJOA, WASBO, WASB, AWSA, WASDA)
- School Safety and Security Experience
- Communication Skills
- Business Management