SPECIALIST, SAFETY TRAINING

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

6d•$57,069 - $68,484

About The Position

The Specialist, Safety Training assists in developing and coordinating complex project schedules, production budgets, and logistics for safety training operations. The role oversees complex projects, directing and coordinating resources to achieve timely and cost-effective results. The position develops and monitors safety department training programs, assesses training needs, oversees the research and delivery of courses, coordinates instructors and facilities, and manages associated budgets and supplies. It also supports the production of training publications, materials, and reports; instructs and facilitates training; and coordinates subject matter experts and training requirements. The Specialist maintains current knowledge of safety procedures and District policies, collaborates with Safety Department members and stakeholders, and oversees internship and apprentice programs. The position is based in Colorado, and the employee must maintain a permanent home address in the state.

Requirements

Two or more years of experience preferred.
Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses required by the County and City of Denver and/or Denver Police Special Police Officer Authorization.
Valid Colorado Driver's License; driving record must meet District insurability requirements at hire and during employment.
CPR/First Aid Certification and successful completion of NIMS Incident Management (IS) courses are required within the first six months of employment; certifications must be maintained.
Commitment to racial and educational excellence, dismantling systems of oppression and inequity, and supporting students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Must be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the position's physical demands.
Ability to work independently and self-direct.
Experience in training presentation and delivery.
Experience in private or public law enforcement or security, the military, FEMA, CEMA, or another emergency management organization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security, Business Management, Education, or a closely related field preferred.
Two or more years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and monitor annual and long-range Safety Department training programs.
Direct the design and distribution of surveys, interviews, and questionnaires to assess training needs.
Oversee research, development, and delivery of training courses; coordinate instructor schedules, facility availability, and budgets.
Supervise or assist with producing and distributing training publications, including reports, calendars, workbooks, instructional guides, and newsletters.
Direct preparation of reports such as staff studies, evaluations, needs assessments, and grant solicitations.
Stay current in job-specific procedures through conferences, educational programs, seminars, professional publications, internet research, and professional organizations.
Consult with university and college officials and other training professionals to define curricula for training programs offering college class credit.
Supervise or assist with producing and coordinating trainings and training requirements, including manuals and videos.
Maintain current knowledge of Department of Safety procedures and District policies.
Maintain the District inventory of training supplies and its associated budget.
Review training materials and provide annual updates.
Instruct, teach, and facilitate training programs.
Identify, develop, and monitor subject matter experts who provide curricular and instructional content.
Work independently and effectively with Safety Department members, partners, and stakeholders.
Operate general office equipment, computers, related software, telephones, printers, and audio-visual equipment for training presentations.
Oversee and supervise internship and apprentice programs and their participants.
Maintain required licenses and certifications.