E26/27 SUPERVISOR OF SCHOOL SAFETY OPERATIONS

Human Resources announces an opening for (1.0) Supervisor of School Safety Operations. This is a full-time, in-person, Grade E-11 position.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under general direction, plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the daily operations of the School Safety Coordinator Program within the Office of Safety, Security and Emergency Management (SSEM). Provides direct supervision to Lead Safety Coordinators and operational oversight of School Safety Coordinators assigned throughout Arlington Public Schools.

Responsible for personnel accountability, staffing coordination, operational readiness, training compliance, incident review, and implementation of departmental initiatives designed to support safe and secure learning environments.

Serves as the primary operational liaison between field personnel and departmental leadership and ensures consistent application of departmental policies, procedures, operational standards, and performance expectations. Exercises independent judgment in the supervision of personnel, operational decision-making, staffing coordination, compliance monitoring, and program evaluation.

SUPERVISION

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Safety, Security and Emergency Management (SSEM), who establishes departmental priorities, operational objectives, and performance expectations.

The incumbent exercises independent judgment in supervising Lead Safety Coordinators, coordinating operational staffing assignments, monitoring compliance with departmental expectations, conducting operational reviews, and implementing departmental initiatives. Work is reviewed through operational outcomes, personnel performance, program effectiveness, and achievement of departmental goals.

The Supervisor provides direct supervision of Lead Safety Coordinators and indirect operational oversight of School Safety Coordinators assigned throughout the Division.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a management-level position within the Office of Safety, Security and Emergency Management (SSEM) responsible for Division-wide operational oversight of the School Safety Coordinator Program.

Unlike Lead Safety Coordinators, who provide direct supervision and operational leadership to assigned School Safety Coordinators, the Supervisor provides program-wide oversight of personnel accountability, staffing coordination, operational readiness, training implementation, compliance monitoring, and quality assurance activities.

Unlike the Assistant Director, who is responsible for strategic planning, policy development, budget oversight, executive-level stakeholder relationships, and major personnel decisions, the Supervisor is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of daily program operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (May not include all duties performed.)

Directly supervises, evaluates, mentors, and provides operational leadership to Lead Safety Coordinators. Oversees the daily operation of the School Safety Coordinator Program, including staffing coordination, operational deployments, coverage assignments, special events, summer programs, and emergency response activities. Ensures operational readiness and compliance with departmental policies, procedures, standards, certifications, training requirements, equipment accountability measures, and other program expectations through audits, inspections, reviews, and quality assurance activities.

Oversees onboarding, field training, professional development, and compliance with Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), School Security Officer (SSO), CPR/AED, CPI, and other required certification programs. Reviews incidents, conducts fact-finding activities, evaluates reports and operational responses, and develops recommendations related to personnel matters, operational issues, risk reduction, and program improvement.

Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of safety, security, and emergency management initiatives and serves as a liaison between school personnel, Division leadership, public safety agencies, and community partners. Maintains operational records, prepares reports, monitors program performance metrics, and develops recommendations to improve efficiency, accountability, service delivery, and program effectiveness. Supports emergency preparedness initiatives, drills, exercises, reunification operations, incident management activities, and other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of school safety and security operations; emergency management principles and practices; Incident Command System (ICS); personnel supervision and performance management; public safety operations and risk management; School Security Officer requirements and Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) regulations; and Arlington Public Schools policies, procedures, and operational expectations.

Skills in leadership and supervision; program and personnel management; operational planning and coordination; training and instruction; conflict resolution and problem solving; incident management and emergency response; and data collection, analysis, and report preparation.

Ability to lead and supervise professional staff; analyze operational issues and develop practical solutions; coordinate multiple priorities simultaneously; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; evaluate personnel performance objectively and consistently; and exercise sound judgment during emergencies and complex situations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required (Master’s degree preferred). Degrees in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Education, Security Management, Homeland Security, or a related field required.

Significant progressively responsible experience in school safety, public safety, emergency management, security operations, law enforcement leadership, education administration, or a related field is preferred.

Demonstrated experience supervising personnel, managing programs, coordinating operations, or leading organizational initiatives is required.

Experience working in a K-12 educational environment is preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

A valid state-issued Driver’s License.

Must possess a School Security Officer (SSO) Certification as defined by the Virginia Code or be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain School Security Officer (SSO) Instructor Certification within one (1) year of employment.

Ability to obtain and maintain all certifications required by Arlington Public Schools and the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.

SALARY

• Salary range: $93,156 to $114,570 based on the 26/27 pay plan.