Safety, Security & Transportation Manager

our Program•Denison, IA
•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. This position develops and monitors staff schedules for 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 DOL regulations. The role also 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 Denison Job Corps in Denison, Iowa. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check. The position is safety-sensitive and requires pre-employment drug/alcohol testing consistent with state law and organizational policy. Candidates must also pass a drug screen under the organization’s Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Pass a drug screen in compliance with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
  • Successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check is required for employment.
  • Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing is required because the role is safety-sensitive.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Supervise 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.
  • Evaluate staff performance and provide staff training.
  • 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 a 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 DOL regulations.
  • Represent the center and maintain an effective liaison with community law enforcement agencies.
  • Monitor center facilities to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

Benefits

  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 19 days of paid time off during the first year
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
  • Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary term life insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
  • PTO Exchange
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