School Safety South Central Regional Training Consultant.

Department Information Due to the State’s current hiring freeze, this position will not be filled until January 1, 2026 or after. This position is open only to current Colorado state residents. A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. While the full range for this position is posted, candidates are normally hired towards the lower end of the range.PRIMARY PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS : Position will be assigned to a primary office and must reside within the assigned area of South Central Colorado at the time of application. Please see a map of Colorado School Districts this position is assigned here .Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, ServiceThe State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.Careers With a PurposeIf you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.BenefitsWe provide a wide range of benefits to our employees. Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan. Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) . Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado. Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details. We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits .Description Of JobAbout the Work UnitThe Office of School Safety (OSS) assists schools in preventing, preparing for, responding to, and recovering from all types of emergencies and crisis situations. The Center works with an advisory board, including various representatives such as the Department of Education, the Department of Public Health and Environment, the Department of Behavioral Health, and law enforcement agencies.The OSS comprises three units: The Colorado School Safety Resource Center (CSSRC/Center), the Grants Unit and the Crisis Response Unit.The Center provides resources, training, and technical assistance to foster safe, positive, and successful learning environments where early intervention occurs to prevent crisis situations. This includes, but is not limited to a resource website, providing regional conferences and training inschool safety issues, and a newsletter.The Grants Unit manages state grants provided by the Colorado General Assembly and assists schools in finding additional grants. The Crisis Response Unit trains school professionals in crisis response and is available, on a limited basis, to respond to critical incidents in schools when requested.The mission of the Colorado School Safety Resource Center (CSSRC) is to assist educators, students, parents, emergency responders, and community organizations to create safe and positive school environments for all Colorado students in prek-12 and higher education schools.About The JobThis position is a school safety generalist with expertise on both psychological and physical safety for school personnel who will be able to assist schools on most matters of school safety but will also know when further information and/or expertise is necessary from the main headquarters of the CSSRC.Work Environment Work unit core business hours Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm.Approximately 85% spent in the field, 15% spent in the office.Will have access to a fleet vehicle for work-related travel.Travel will be required during work hours throughout the assigned Colorado region.Overnight travel is required and averages approximately three (3) nights per month.Position will be assigned to and primary office will be located and must reside within the assigned south central area. Please see a map of Colorado School Districts this position is assigned hereKey ResponsibilitiesReview, Select, Develop, and Provide Physical and Psychological Safety Resources for the Assigned Rural CommunityOverall responsibility for the physical and psychological safety resources and training including program management, data collection and expertise for the schools in this Regional Training Consultant’s catchment area.Coordinate and Collaborate with Local and State AgenciesPosition is responsible to not only provide services around emergency management and psychological safety to schools but to coordinate and collaborate with all local and state entities providing similar services to the schools in the Regional Training Consultant’s catchment area.Support Overall Work Of The Center/Other Duties As AssignedSupports the overall school safety work of the Center by assisting with trainings the legislative report and other duties as assigned by the Director. Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights Note, to be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following options for consideration. Experience OnlySeven (7) years of professional behavioral or mental health experience with youth/or youth in K-12 public or private schools.OR Education And ExperienceBachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field and three (3) years of professional behavioral or mental health experience with youth/or youth in K-12 public or private schools.ORAn advanced degree and two (2) years of full-time professional behavioral or mental health experience with youth/or youth in K-12 public or private schools.Required CompetenciesMust have excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing, including the ability to question, and work effectively at all levels within and outside CDPS. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.Demonstrated ability to problem solve and work collaboratively with agency employees across multiple divisions and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and utilize graphs to display statistical results.Must be able to assume responsibility, initiate action, and work independently simultaneously while fitting into a team environment as characterized by shared accountabilities. Must have the ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects and work under pressure, and meet commitments within strict time frames.Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, customer service, interpersonal skills and communication and emotional intelligence while working with team members and CDPS customers.Preferred QualificationsA masters degree;Additional years of professional experience in schools;Leadership experience preferred;Ability to work independently with little supervision;Ability to build networks and partnerships;The applicant must have demonstrated knowledge and background in current school safety issues and best practice recommendations;Expertise in school emergency operations planning and management. Conditions of EmploymentMust be a Colorado resident at the time of application.Must reside in the South Central Colorado Region at the time of application. Please see a map of Colorado School Districts this position is assigned to. Must have a valid Colorado driver's license. 50% of the position is spent traveling.This position may be located at a school district, BOCES, CDPS regional office or a home of the candidate selected. Ability to be flexible to work in these environments is required.Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, fingerprint based criminal history search as a condition of hire.Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.Supplemental InformationDisability Accommodation If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at: cdps_hr@state.co.usThe State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive. Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process. Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form. Application Tips : For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video . Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this). Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Comparative Analysis Steps may include (dates may adjust) : Structured application review by a panel of SMEs - Week of December 17th Spark Hire one-way video interview - Week of December 23rd Writing sample of previous work Panel Interview - Week of January 15th