Safety Security and Transportation Manager

our Program•Laredo, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety, Security & Transportation Manager supervises the day-to-day operations of the Safety, Security and Transportation department to provide maximum safety and security for students, staff, center property, and the surrounding community. The manager evaluates staff performance, provides staff training, and implements departmental personnel changes as approved by the Center Director. The role develops and monitors staff schedules to provide 24-hour, 7-day-a-week coverage; develops and maintains the Center Safety Plan and Emergency and Disaster Plan, including a weather-related Evacuation Plan; and conducts the yearly risk assessment survey. The manager establishes and communicates safety, security, and fire-prevention policies in accordance with pertinent center and Department of Labor regulations. The manager represents the center and maintains effective liaison with community law enforcement agencies, and monitors center facilities for compliance with OSHA standards. The position is based at Laredo Job Corps Center in Laredo, Texas. Job Corps is a nationwide residential career-training program serving eligible young people ages 16 through 24, helping them complete high school education, train for careers, and obtain employment. Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace, uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility, and provides equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations as described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, police science, or a related field preferred.
Three to five years of work-related experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day operations of the Safety, Security and Transportation department to provide safety and security for students, staff, center property, and the surrounding community.
Evaluate staff performance, provide staff training, and implement departmental personnel changes as approved by the Center Director.
Develop and monitor staff schedules for 24-hour, 7-day-a-week coverage.
Develop and maintain the Center Safety Plan and Emergency and Disaster Plan, including the weather-related Evacuation Plan.
Conduct the yearly risk assessment survey.
Establish and communicate safety, security, and fire-prevention policies in accordance with pertinent center and Department of Labor regulations.
Represent the center and maintain an effective liaison with community law enforcement agencies.
Monitor center facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.