Regional Safety Manager - IDEA Austin (25-26)

IDEA Public Schools; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to ensure safety protocols across multiple campuses. The role involves coordinating emergency response training, collaborating with local agencies, and maintaining compliance with safety standards to create a secure environment for students and staff. Candidates must have a strong background in safety and emergency management, along with relevant education and experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Generous vacation time

Professional development opportunities

Relocation stipend (if applicable)

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in education or emergency response.
• 2 years of experience in school operations.
• 1 year of successful management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and security protocols across multiple campuses.
• Conduct safety audits and coordinate trainings.
• Act as liaison with emergency responders and local agencies.

Skills

Strategic Decision Making

Communication Skills

Crisis Management

Collaboration

Training Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Role Mission:Role Mission: The Regional Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the implementation of safety and security protocols across multiple campuses within a designated region. This role involves coordinating safety initiatives, conducting safety audits, and providing support and training to campus and regional emergency response teams to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role reports to the Managing Director of Safety and Security.

Supervisory Responsibilities:No supervisory responsibilities

Location:This is a full-time (remote/on-site) position located in a (Region). Preference will be given to candidates who live in the (Region), or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:

•Travel within the Region throughout the year as necessary

•Travel to IDEA training events, quarterlies, step-backs requires (Safety and Security, Regional Operations)

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

• Collaborate with the Regional Executive Director, the Regional VP of Schools, and the Regional Director of Operations (the first line of support during campus emergencies), providing guidance and coordination between campuses, regional and national leadership, and external emergency responders.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of safety incidents, including after-action reviews to identify lessons learned.
• Act as a liaison between campuses and local law enforcement, fire, and emergency management agencies to ensure cohesive partnerships and response efforts.
• Assist with the activation of the regional Emergency Response Team (ERT) to provide additional on-the-ground support during critical incidents.
• Manage emergency communication mechanisms ("Safety Chats") for the region, offering guidance and support during campus crises, and coordinating with regional and national team members for assistance (this role will help drive crisis response efforts in collaboration with regional leaders - Executive Director, VP of Schools, Regional Director of Operations - and the national Safety and Security team).
• Collaborate with the district's Communications team to ensure timely and accurate messaging to families, staff, and the community during emergency situations (and provide guidance to campus leaders on communicating safety information to staff and students before, during, and after emergencies).
• Coordinate and lead training sessions for regional emergency response teams (ERTs) and campus emergency response teams *Campus Crisis Teams), ensuring all staff are knowledgeable and confident in responding to emergencies.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine assessments of campus safety protocols, emergency equipment, and facilities to identify and address vulnerabilities and potential safety and compliance gaps. Regularly conduct internal intruder detection audits to ensure campus compliance with state requirements. Address any identified gaps by collaborating with campus leaders to develop and implement district-level corrective action plans.
• Coordinate and evaluate campus emergency drills, ensuring compliance with district and state requirements (ensuring the use of Raptor Alert for accurate logging, thorough documentation, and any necessary follow-up actions).
• Provide oversight and support to ensure 100% completion of biannual safety audits for all campuses within the assigned region, meeting all requirements within the designated audit window.
• Actively participate in Campus Crisis Team (CCT) meetings for all campuses, providing support to enhance campus-level safety planning and ensure consistent preparedness and compliance across the region.
• Partner with the regional Facilities team to provide oversight and support to achieve 100% compliance with door sweep audits and corrective actions across all campuses in the assigned region in partnership with campus and regional leaders. Conduct regular exterior door checks (door sweeps) across all campuses in the assigned portfolio.
• Analyze regional safety data and trends to identify areas for improvement and recommend initiatives to strengthen preparedness and response capabilities.

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

• Make Strategic Decisions: This individual can coach others in decision-making and is involved in complex decision-making in line with their responsibilities. They use feedback and data to inform their decisions and with support, they consider the broader impact of their choices on those they work with.
• Manage Work and Teams: This individual is responsible for managing their own work as well as supporting others. They focus on delegation, performance management, and coaching to help others achieve their work goals and develop professionally.
• Grow Self and Others: This leader is responsible for fostering a culture of growth within the team. They create opportunities for team learning, facilitate team development sessions, and ensure that team members have the resources and support they need to grow professionally.
• Build a Culture of Trust: This leader is responsible for ensuring team members feel safe to express their ideas and concerns. They proactively address conflicts and facilitate open communication, setting the standard for trust and safety within the team.
• Communicate Deliberately: This individual can express ideas clearly and listen actively. They have developing skills in empathetic listening and responsive speaking, with ability to tailor messages for individual direct reports or peers with the aim to build stronger, more effective relationships.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• At least 3 years of experience in education or emergency response.
• At least 2 years of experience in school operations.
• At least 1 year of successful management experience.
• Licenses or Certifications:
  o ICS – Incident Command System
  o NIMS- National Incident Management System
  o CRASE – Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events
  o CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  o First Aid
  o STB – Stop The Bleed
  o BTA – Behavioral Threat Assessment

Preferred education and experience:

Master’s Degree in relevant field preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

•Knowledge and expertise in school safety program initiatives and state compliance requirements.

•Knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office 365.

•Skill in prioritization, attention to detail, critical-thinking and problem-solving, along with the ability to coach and develop these in others.

•Skill in effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

•Able to manage and monitor multiple tasks at once while maintaining composure, ensuring quality, and achieving results.

•Able to build strong relationships and mutually beneficial business partnerships through trust, empathy, and credibility.

•Able to advocate, influence, motivate, and hold others accountable through consistency and clarity of expectations.

•Able to provide, receive, and implement feedback that improves performance and achieves results.

Physical Requirements:

•The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations

•The ability to help safely coordinate large groups of people in high-stress situations

•The ability to help set up emergency response stations (such as reunification stations) with urgency

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $67,065 and $77,460, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values