Requisition No: 850038 

Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind

Working Title: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SAFETY - 48008221

 Pay Plan: Contract FTE (BenEl)

Position Number: 48008221 

Salary:  $54,121.29 - $61,621.29 

Posting Closing Date: 04/13/2025 

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Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)

Assistant Director of Safety

     BOT (Board of Trustees)

     Position Number 48008221

Department: Safety and Facilities Operations

Who are we?

FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.

How you will make an impact

The incumbent in this position reports directly to the Executive Director of Safety and Facilities Operations and is responsible for planning and directing the Safety Program as well as managing the Maintenance Mechanics/Carpenters for the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB). 

• Responsible for monitoring and keeping accurate administrative records for programs including, but not limited to, hazardous and bio-hazardous waste management, fire code compliance, safety/risk management planning, laboratory safety programs, and hazard communication programs. Oversees environmental health and safety services including: hazardous waste management and compliance, environmental assessment, OSHA compliance/audits and environmental health and safety training. Directs and supervises risk management functions for the management and purchase of various insurances. Works with State Risk Management to properly address claims, both against and on-behalf-of FSDB. Supervises the maintenance, preventative maintenance (including routine care, repair and renovations), and upgrades of the fire alarm, EBI, and mass notification systems as well as buildings and grounds. Oversees building and grounds inspection programs and emergency warning systems. Plans, schedules and monitors daily workloads of the Maintenance Mechanics, Carpentry Crew, and the Locksmith. Generates work orders for each discrepancy found and assigns duties accordingly. Initiates procurement of materials and equipment and develops/tracks department budget to ensure proper spending. Advertises, interviews and selects applicants for positions within the department.  Serves as the Property Coordinator for the agency, ensuring that facility conditions are updated when assessing replacement values, depreciation, and actual cash value for insurance premiums.  Annually assesses property insurance data and collaborates with the Department of Financial Services for reporting.
• Manages the inspection of buildings for fire safety and prevention. Determines the adequacy of fire detection and extinguishing systems, construction materials where fire-rated properties are required and the adequacy of means of egress. Reviews blueprints for safety deficiencies. Re-inspects assigned properties to ensure compliance with applicable codes, laws and regulations where deficiencies have occurred. Responds to requests from staff for advice relating to fire safety regulations. Ensures only licensed individuals install, maintain and service fire extinguishers, fire suppression and fire alarm systems. Conducts investigations of proper installation and servicing of fire equipment, fire suppression and fire alarm systems and is the contact for the after-hours emergency repairs of building fire alarm systems. Responsible for fire drills campus-wide (drills may occur after normal work hours) and generates after action reports.
• Develops, plans, organizes, administers and evaluates policies and procedures to ensure departmental objectives are met. Assures compliance with established policies of the Board of Trustees, local, state and federal agencies. Serves as a member of the FSDB Incident Command Team.

• Manages the inspection of playground equipment, grounds and surfacing material to determine compliance with the safety standards in ASTM 1487. Performs accident investigations, determines cause and ensures repairs when needed. Performs hazardous communications and shop safety inspections, compiles information gathered from other departments, maintains records, and prepares report for quality assurance.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer skills, including Microsoft Office software, work order program and internet job related needs. 
• Knowledge of carpentry skills and techniques. 
• Knowledge of grounds and landscaping operations and procedures. 
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. 
• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures. 
• Knowledge of the method, techniques and equipment used in fire protection.
• Knowledge of installation practices and code requirements relating to fire extinguishers, fire detection and fire suppression systems. 
• Knowledge of installation practices and code requirements related to electrical systems. 
• Ability to conduct fire safety inspections of properties for fire safety and prevention. 
• Skill in using hand and power operated tools. 
• Skill in effective communications both oral and written. 
• Ability and skill to safely lift various objects when necessary. 
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of assignments. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of written and spoken word.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. 
• Ability to generate, process and close work orders utilizing a computer maintenance program. 
• Ability to maintain accurate records. 
• Ability to perform building and playground inspections. 
• Ability to plan and maintain budget needs. 
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and diagrams. 
• Ability to supervise people and to utilize problem solving techniques. 
• Ability to train and motivate staff. 
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to attain sign language proficiency level in accordance with FSDB O.P.P.1.24.
• Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field or a high school diploma and professional experience in the applicable area of responsibility may be substituted at the rate of two years equivalent to one year of college.
• Additional requirements mandated by state/federal law and position responsibilities.

Preferred   

• Three years professional experience in related field.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain an Survival Plus proficiency in sign language within four years of hire.

Please note: The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range 12-month position: $54,121.29 - $61,621.29 annually. (paid biweekly over 26-pays) This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

*Base $54,121.29

Associate degree addl $1500.00

Bachelor’s degree addl $3000.00

Master’s degree addl $4500.00

Additional Related and verified Full-time Experience (20-year max) @ addl $150.00 per year

Sign Language Proficiency Level: Survival Plus $300.00, Intermediate $450.00, Advanced $600

Hours Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm (with extended and after-hours availability)

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes)

Values

Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility.

Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders.

Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth.

Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions.

Our benefits include:

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.
• Biweekly accrual of (8.15) hours of annual leave and two (2) hours of sick leave.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.

How You Will Grow

FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members.

Condition of employment

Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation.  Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level.

FSDB is a drug-free workplace.

To apply

Applications accepted through People First only.

An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current.

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

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Take this opportunity to make a difference in a student’s life and become part of a great School. Apply today!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.