Manager, School Safety and Discipline

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Job Posting End Date:

Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

07-06-2026

Job Title:

Manager, School Safety and Discipline

Contract Type:

Employee

Annual Salary:

$69,591.00 - $137,790.00

(Support staff salary will be based on internal equity and experience)

Location:

FL - HOME OFFICE

Job Description Summary:

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

Position General Summary:

The Manager, School Safety and Discipline provides leadership in FLVS' safety, security, and discipline services and collaboratively addresses behavioral, safety, and security issues that may arise. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring effective threat coordination and school safety procedures are followed. This position provides operational assistance, technical guidance, and training to district, school, and administrative staff concerning safety, security, and discipline matters. Additionally, the Manager, School Safety and Discipline oversees the analysis of relevant data, identifies emerging trends, and offers recommendations for system and process enhancements.

Essential Position Functions:

• Serve as the primary contact between Florida Virtual School and the Office of Safe Schools regarding Threat Management and Safety and Security.

• Serve as the District Threat Management Coordinator for FLVS.

• Investigate incidents related to student discipline in alignment with the student code of conduct.

• Work in collaboration with outside agencies, including local law enforcement as necessary.

• Serve as the point of contact for all SESIR Incidents. 

• Serve as the certified School Safety Specialist for the district

• Provide  training and resources to students, families, and staff in matters relating to emergency procedures, threat management, discipline, and school safety and security.

• Provide direct consultation and guidance to students and parents on matters relating to threat management safety, community referrals, and postvention strategies.

• Work in coordination with various stakeholders to determine the appropriate level of response for a student in distress or danger.

• Assist in the coordination of student support and re-entry plans.

• Support district and school based Threat Management Teams. Monitor Discipline, School Safety, Threat Management, and Baker Act Data.

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to determine the mental health, safety and/or behavioral needs of all students.

• Review policies and procedures of FLVS for compliance with state law and rules concerning threat management, school safety, and discipline.

• Manage, support, and respond to FORTIFYFL alerts for the district.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate the district’s Safety and Security Plan.

• Work in coordination with facilities for on-site safety inspections.

• Manage Discipline Reviews to determine the appropriateness of enrollment.

• Lead and manage assigned direct reports, ensuring team members have access to professional and personal growth within the organization.

• Manage the collection of safety, security, discipline, and student outcomes data  and the overall performance and effectiveness of services provided.

• Prepare all required reports and maintain appropriate records.

• Maintain confidentiality of student information as required by all applicable laws.

• Manage, analyze, and resolve quality and customer service escalations regarding discipline and student safety.

• Work in coordination with the Mental Health Manager to review the Risk and Suicide Assessment procedures for the district and serve as point of contact for school staff, parent, and students.

• Ensure that FLVS is in compliance with legislative requirements.

• Maintain advanced professional and technical knowledge by attending applicable educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional associations.

• Conduct team meetings and individual performance discussions, assisting the Student Services and Discipline Coordinator in developing and meeting annual business and professional development goals.

• Engage with diverse leaders to develop board policies and administrative procedures.

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and  demonstrating respect for others

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established

 (These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Master’s Degree in related field, preferred.

Experience:

• Three-five years’ experience in Law Enforcement, Safety and Security, or Discipline in an Educational Setting
• Three years’ supervisory or management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

• Strong interpersonal and motivational skills

• Knowledge of Student Codes of Conduct

• Knowledge of SESIR reporting standards

• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Knowledge and understanding of all state and federal education guidelines

• Knowledge of Threat Management procedures

• Certified YMHFA Trainer

• Knowledge of all state rules, laws, policies, and procedures applicable to school safety, discipline, and security.

• Proficiency in organization, prioritization, and planning; ability to meet aggressive deadlines

• Ability to employ innovative problem-solving techniques to accomplish objectives

• Ability to work with and through people to establish goals, objectives, and action plans

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Team member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills.

In addition to the above, supervisors will set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, recognize high performance, address underperformance, and support employee learning and development

PRODUCTIVITY

Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity.

In addition to the above, supervisors will successfully manage team projects and deadlines, foster a positive team culture, empower autonomy, and balance team workload effectively

COMMUNICATION

Team member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community.

In addition to the above, supervisors will model strong communication skills and leverage interpersonal skills to build relationships and sustain a strong professional community   

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Team member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change.

In addition to the above, supervisors will create and support action plans and strategies to achieve organizational goals, make informed decisions, promote innovative solutions, and anticipate future trends and challenges

MANAGER COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

COMMAND SKILLS

Relishes leading; Takes unpopular stands if necessary; Encourages direct and tough debate but isn’t afraid to end it and move on; Is looked to for direction in a crisis; Faces adversity head on; Energized by tough challenges

               

CONFLICT MANAGEMENT

Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; Reads situations quickly; Good at focused listening; Can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; Can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal “noise”

LISTENING

Practices attentive and active listening with all groups/people; Has the patience to hear people out without interruption; Can accurately restate the opinion of others even when he/she disagrees

DEVELOPING OTHERS

Provides constructive, concrete, behavioral feedback to others through monthly development discussions; Shares information, resources and suggestions to help others be more successful; Delegates challenging work assignments or responsibilities that will help the abilities and stretch others; Regularly meets with employees to review development needs, career aspirations and progress; Constructs compelling developmental plans and executes them; Creates a climate in which people want to do their best; Is a good judge of talent; After reasonable exposure, can articulate the strengths and limitations of people inside or outside the organization  

TIMELY, QUALITY DECISION MAKING

Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; Able to make a quick decision; Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment; Sought out by others for advice and solutions; Most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time

PROCESS MANAGEMENT

Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; Knows how to organize people and activities; Understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow; Can readily see opportunities or synergy and integration; Can simplify complex processes; Gets more out of fewer resources   

TEAM BUILDING

Develops networks and builds alliances; Participates in cross-functional activities to achieve organizational objectives; Focuses time and energy to develop direct report team and peer team; Fosters commitment, team spirit, pride and trust; Recognizes and rewards people for their achievements and contributions to organizational success; Identifies and tackles morale issues; Provides training and development to employees; creates and participates in team building  sessions; Empowers others; Makes each individual feel his/her work is important; Invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility

MANAGING & MEASURING WORK

Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions; Sets clear objectives and knows what to measure and how to measure them; Monitors process, progress, and results; Designs feedback loops into work; Holds self and others accountable for achieving goals and objectives   

COMFORT AROUND HIGHER MANAGEMENT

Deals comfortably with more senior managers; Presents to more senior managers without undue tension and nervousness; Determines the best way to get things done with more senior managers by talking their language and responding to their needs; Crafts approaches to working with more senior managers that are seen as appropriate and positive

MANAGERIAL COURAGE

Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; Is not afraid to provide current, direct, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; Lets people know where they stand; Faces up to people problems on any person or situation quickly and directly      

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Location: Remote

• Frequency of travel:  Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays

• Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)