Job Purpose:

The Safety and Security Coordinator assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring the agencys security and safety plan. This position coordinates all phases of safety and security at CFI leased and owned properties and assists in incorporating those functions into the agencys overall operations.

Essential Job Functions:

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.)

• A knowledge of laws, regulations, practices, and methods relating to security, crime prevention, investigations, public safety, training, and emergency management practices.
• Should have a working knowledge of rules and procedural matters affecting the functions of a security department, as well as knowledge of relevant security systems and equipment, such as electronic access control systems, security alarms, and security cameras.
• Ability to function independently and as a team member at all staff levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written. This includes the ability to write accurate and detailed reports.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.
• Intermediate skill level with MS computer software, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Work with a high degree of organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of records and information.
• Ability to identify and solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to assume a leadership role in a crisis and deal with staff under stress.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules.

Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with leaders by making recommendations, offering suggestions, and accomplishing related results as needed.
• Collaborates and coordinates with Information Technology regarding electronic access control, surveillance monitoring, and associated security hardware and software.
• Ensures that the CFIs main campus, CRCs, and Group Home facilities are secure and safe for all staff, patients, and visitors.
• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities and informing violators of policies and procedures.
• Secures premises and staff by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points.
• Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities and interviewing witnesses.
• Ensures all security related systems remain operational and takes appropriate action to remedy any failures quickly.
• Answers and appropriately responds to security alarm calls during off hours.
• Provides oversight of functions involving monitoring systems, intrusion detection, and access control, including dissemination of keys and access cards, alarms, and inspections and replacement of related equipment.
• Conducts training drills for CFI staff, including fire evacuation, tornado warnings, bomb threats, and exercise drills as needed. Works with staff management to coordinate security and safety orientations, training, and drills.
• Manages agency relationships with contracted security vendors.
• Acts as an agency point person for issues relating to security and safety, including law enforcement requests. Interacts with staff as a resource for addressing safety and security concerns during and after business hours.
• Conducts regular safety and security inspections at all CFI facilities, communicates with site managers regularly, and documents any identified deficiencies or suggestions for improvement.
• Assists in gathering evidence and documentation to prosecute violators through preparing affidavits and acts as a CFI representative within judicial systems, as required.
• Recommends an annual safety and security budget through allocation and expense projections.

Required Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure, and Credentials: (Where appropriate, education and/or experience may be substituted

Minimum Required Education & Experience:

• High School and Minimum of 3 years experience in a related field, including experience leading safety and risk programs.

Required License/Certification/Registration:

OSHA 30 certification preferred

Travel outside of the office: 25-30% travel in the communities we serve

Required Valid Drivers License: Valid Wisconsin drivers license

Required Auto Insurance: vehicle liability insurance in accordance with Agency policy

Physical Requirements, Visual Acuity, and Work Conditions:

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of pressure frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal.

Working Conditions: None: The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

This is a general outline of the essential functions of this position and shall not be construed as an all-inclusive description of all work requirements and responsibilities that may be inherent in this position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the designated work leader(s). All requirements are subject to change over time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.