Job Opportunities at Texas State University
School Behavioral Threat Assessment Specialist
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Posting Information
Posting Number:
2024760
Posting/Functional Title:
School Behavioral Threat Assessment Specialist
University Pay Plan Title:
Training Specialist
Location:
San Marcos
Department:
Texas School Safety Center
Recruitment Type:
Open to All
Job Type:
Full-Time
Funding Source:
Permanent
Monthly Salary:
$5,579.17 – $7,916.67
Job Category:
Exempt
Required Qualifications
Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Bachelor's Degree
Demonstrated experience in developing and facilitating trainings for adult audiences.
Demonstrated experience in serving on a multi-disciplinary team that conducts school behavioral threat assessments.
Demonstrated knowledge of school behavioral threat assessment research and processes.
Demonstrated knowledge of interventions for students.
At least 3 years' demonstrated experience serving as a K-12 district leader.
Knowledge of school safety laws including the Texas Education and Administrative Codes.
Excellent writing skills.
Knowledge and ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite and virtual communication platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree.
At least 5 years' experience conducting school behavioral threat assessments.
At least 5 years' experience providing interventions for students in a Pk-12 setting.
Knowledge of school safety best practices.
Job Description
The Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) is an official university-level research center at Texas State University. The TxSSC is tasked with key school safety initiatives and mandates. The TxSSC serves as the clearinghouse for the dissemination of safety and security information through research, training, and technical assistance for K-12 schools and junior colleges throughout Texas.
The TxSSC is seeking candidates that are highly experienced in the field of school behavioral threat assessment and school safety and are interested in having a positive impact on the safety and security of Texas schools.
This position will oversee planning, facilitating, and leading the delivery of Operationalizing School Behavioral Threat Assessment (OSBTA) technical assistance sessions and serve as a subject matter expert for school behavioral threat assessment at the Texas School Safety Center.
The primary goal of the training sessions is to provide technical assistance on school behavioral threat assessment implementation for school districts and public charter schools. This position requires an in-depth understanding of operationalizing a school behavioral threat assessment program within an educational setting and the ability to understand and interpret threat assessment data.
This position also requires excellent inter-personal skills with both school personnel and law enforcement, outstanding and professional customer service skills, high attention to detail, multi-tasking and organizational skills, enthusiastic professionalism, and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Job Duties
Support the implementation of Texas School Safety Center mission and vision.
Oversee planning, facilitating, and leading the delivery of OSBTA technical assistance sessions.
Oversee all aspects of SBTA technical assistance, including developing action plans for teams, follow-up training, and district site-visits.
Manage and track correspondence with districts and Educational Service Centers.
Understand regional, statewide, and federal resources available to stakeholders and connect and follow-up with stakeholders on access and usage of the resources.
Track all technical assistance and action plans provided.
Collect and interpret data from various sources on SBTA statewide trends.
Review data and information for reporting requirements.
Work closely with Center staff on SBTA trainings and resource development.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
Occasional overnight travel – up to 10% of the time throughout the State of Texas.
Required to work hours other than 8:00 – 5:00 as necessary, including up to 5% on weekends.
Must have valid Texas Driver's License.
If selected for an interview, you will be required to perform a writing assessment on the topic of school behavioral threat assessment.
Job Open Date
09/13/2024
Job Close Date
09/27/2024 (posting closes at midnight)
Normal Work Days
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM
Posting Notices
You will be required to electronically attach a resume and a cover letter.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days, and many more!
• Excellent work-life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus.
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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