Initial Posting Date: 08/05/2022
Application Deadline: 08/28/2022
Agency: Oregon Department of Education
Salary Range: $6,172 - $9,086
Position Title: Student Safety and Prevention Systems Specialist
Apply online: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/...
Job Description:
We are seeking a Leading for Student Safety and Prevention Systems Specialist (Program Analyst 4). This position is in our Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Team with the Oregon Department of Education. This is a permanent, full-time position in management service.
This position is ideal for those seeking more work/life balance with the ability to work a hybrid of both office and remote work environments. This position will be primarily remote, however, the ability to report to Salem is required when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities.
What you will do!
The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has a vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
As our Student Safety and Prevention Systems (SSPS) Specialist, you serve as a senior staff person in the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OEDI) leading and supporting the planning, coordination, and development of culturally-responsive policies and practices for the SIS Team initiatives and primarily the School Safety and Prevention System (SSPS), including behavioral safety assessment, crisis response and intervention, and the prevention of bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, intimidation, and sexual violence. You will create and conduct frequent analysis/evaluation of complex, politically sensitive policies, practices, and guidance supporting the implementation of SSPS (ORS 339.341), innovate and develop culturally responsive guidance, training, and best practices in behavioral safety assessment (OAR 581-029-0001), and write reports and design/conduct oral presentations to ESDs, school districts, inter-/intra-agency partners, community-based organizations, the State Board of Education, and the Oregon Legislature (among others) regarding progress on the implementation of SSPS. You will use evidence-based decision-making to provide recommendations and guidance to support SSPS and other SIS initiatives both inside and outside the agency.
You will also work closely with the OEDI lead focused on suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention efforts through coordinating, collaborating, visioning, and providing technical assistance, training, and support to districts.
Our amazing benefits:
At the Oregon Department of Education, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, collaborative and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners and school leaders.
Our benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
11 paid holidays per year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 10 hours per month, with increases every 5 years
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
What are we looking for?
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years experience coordinating or administering a program; OR any combination of experience or education equivalent to eight years of experience coordinating or administering a program.
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
Experience with and knowledge of safety and prevention systems, mental health frameworks, best/promising practices, and suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention planning, strategy, support, and resourcing, particularly in Oregon P-20 education.
Experience in research-based innovation and systems design and use of evidence-based policy and practices in decision-making.
Experience providing training, technical assistance, and/or recommendations to partners or public.
Excellent writing, speaking, listening, and communication skills.
Experience managing projects with multiple partners.
Experience working with culturally and individually diverse groups.
A strong commitment to racial equity and inclusion including the ability to learn and apply knowledge and skills to interrupt systemic oppression, and engage in and promote equitable, culturally-responsive practices.
Consistently treats sponsors, partners, vendors, the public and co-workers with dignity and respect. Creates and maintains a work environment that is welcoming and respectful of diversity.
Bilingual candidates may gain preference.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
How to apply:
Materials Required –
Resume
Cover Letter stating why you are interested in this position and addressing your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages)
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. , Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in disqualification of your application. Please contact ode.jobs@state.or.us if you have any questions on the application process.
Additional Information
Salary Range: The range listed is the Non-PERS salary range. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
This position is in management service.
Communication: Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
Background Check: This position requires successfully passing a criminal record check, which may require a fingerprint-based records check and/or credit history check, as a condition of employment.
Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Visa Sponsorship: The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification.
Helpful links and contact information:
Learn more about ODE
Understanding the State Application Process
Help & Support webpage
Learn more about Oregon
For additional information you may contact us by e-mail at ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov.
The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
