Coordinator of Emergency Management and Safe Schools

The North Penn School District seeks to develop a community that values and adapts to diversity. We strive to acknowledge, respect, understand, and celebrate the dynamics of racial and cultural differences. Through the development of culturally proficient staff, the establishment of structures that promote equitable opportunities, and partnerships with families and students, our School District will create an environment of respect where all members of the school community are empowered to learn, grow, and appreciate one another. We look forward to your interest! Title: Coordinator of Emergency Management and Safe Schools Reports To: Superintendent Takes Direction From: Superintendent of Schools, Assistant Superintendent, Director of Secondary Education, and Director of Elementary Education Schedule/Calendar: Full-time, 12 month Summary: The Coordinator of Emergency Management and Safe Schools is responsible for creating, implementing, and managing a comprehensive safety and emergency preparedness program that will directly support the mission and strategic plan of the North Penn School District. This position will work closely with building and department leaders to coordinate high-level emergency preparedness across the organization. As an essential employee, the incumbent is obligated to report to work as necessary or remain at work during emergencies. Essential Functions: Serves as the School Safety and Security Coordinator for the district per 24 P.S. 13-1309-B. Directs the daily operations of the district's Office of Emergency Management and Safe Schools. Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates security staff and makes sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Develops and maintains the North Penn School District All-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan consistent with state law and applicable Federal guidelines, including the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Maintains a high level of preparedness across all levels of the organization by reviewing emergency and crisis-related plans, evaluating their effectiveness based on hazard analysis, and recommending improvements. Engages individual school communities to develop building-specific safety teams, creates high-quality emergency response plans, and fosters a culture of safety. Serves as primary liaison to public safety agencies, emergency management officials, community organizations, and local businesses to ensure effective coordination. Serves as a school district responder, unified command liaison, or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff as required by the nature of the emergency. Creates detailed Incident Action Plans for significant school district events and gatherings; ensures cooperation with public safety agencies, continual situational awareness, and coordinated response to any emergency situations. Develops and delivers a comprehensive emergency preparedness training program for staff, students, and key personnel. Develops and manages a district threat assessment team, including training & implementation. Creates, delivers, and distributes educational presentations and information to the community on relevant emergency preparedness and response topics. Develops and manages a program of tabletop, functional, and full-scale exercises in order to continually test and improve emergency preparedness at all levels. Maintains EOC readiness, including locations, staff training, position-specific checklists, and equipment. Ensures district compliance with federal, state, and local emergency codes and guidelines, including the PA school code, PA Title 35, and the National Incident Management System. Monitors proposed legislation and advises district leadership on potential implications to policy. Maintains a high level of situational awareness regarding unfolding incidents in the school district and surrounding community. Gathers intelligence; ensures school district leaders are informed and recommends actions. Advises and assists building administrators in matters involving criminal activities on school campuses. Maintains proper documentation and conducts after-action follow-up for significant school district emergencies. Works with appropriate personnel to ensure the reliable operation of two-way radio, surveillance, visitor management, and other related safety systems. Oversees the security department and works cooperatively with the Head of Security to determine schedules, training, and departmental needs in the design of physical security programs / visible patrol / specialized event operations. Develops and manages the department's budget. Serves as Chairperson for the NPSD Workers' Safety Committee. Participates in the NPSD Health & Safety Committee. Facilitates the work of the Safe Schools Committee of the School Board. Works with Facilities Department administrators to evaluate security and workplace safety conditions at all buildings. Identifies hazardous conditions and recommends corrective actions. Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures. Potential oversight of soon-to-be-implemented school police officers. Completes additional duties as assigned by supervisor(s). Education and/or Certification: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, public administration, emergency management/public safety, education, public administration, or a related field, preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in school safety, law enforcement, emergency management, education administration, or related field. School Safety and Security Coordinator training. National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification. Training and certification in emergency management and the Incident Command System. Experience working in K-12 public education preferred. Act 120 certification, active or inactive, preferred. A valid PA driver's license is required with no serious violations. Knowledge of: Pennsylvania School Code Act 44 of 2018 & Act 18 / Section 1309-B, including mandatory duties, reporting timelines, and training requirements for School Safety and Security Coordinators. National Incident Management System (NIMS)/Incident Command System (ICS) protocols, and local/state disaster response frameworks. The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) school safety criteria and physical/behavioral health assessment cycles. State-required safety and security training for school employees and school board directors. The mandatory Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) required between school districts and local law enforcement agencies. Knowledge of the emergency planning, response, and recovery processes. Experience Needed: Emergency management experience. Experience working with law enforcement/first responders. Requisite Skills: Working knowledge of building, fire, and life safety codes. Excellent integrity and good moral character. Excellent communication skills - verbal and written. Strong interpersonal skills - Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented. Flexibility. Leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Must be courteous and be able to deal effectively with people. Proficient with technology and use of safety systems and software (Navigate, video surveillance, etc.) Strong public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to: Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with personnel assigned to schools, other departments, public entities, and citizens. Work independently and cooperatively, exercise judgment, organize work, set priorities, multitask, and meet deadlines. Interact with a diverse group of people. Work in an environment with frequent interruptions. Understand and facilitate the needs of various personality types. Travel to different locations throughout the district. Conduct professional development on emergency preparedness and management. Support a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. ADA Compliance: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of this position. Physical Requirements: Sedentary Light work Medium work Heavy work Very heavy work Sedentary: involves sitting most of the time. Incumbent should be able to exert up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Light work: If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the individual sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Medium work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects. Very heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and in excess of 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.