School Safety Consultant

at  State of Wisconsin

Introduction
It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. To continue to meet this mission, the principles of equity, inclusion, and employee well-being have become a foundation for all work performed at DOJ, on behalf of Wisconsinites.
The DOJ is committed to developing and supporting a workforce and culture that is rich in diversity and innovation. It is the department’s goal to ensure that all DOJ employees are empowered to be authentic, claim belonging, and thrive. This is your opportunity to make and be the difference. Click here to learn more about DOJ.
In addition to working with a dynamic group of people, we offer amazing benefits , such as excellent health insurance, ample paid leave, flexible work schedules, and an employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and resources to help promote wellness. Furthermore, employment within the state of Wisconsin provides job stability, work/life balance, and numerous intrinsic rewards from doing meaningful work.
The Department of Justice - Office of School Safety (OSS) is currently recruiting for 2 Program and Policy Analysts/School Safety Consultants in project positions that are currently funded through October 1, 2025. Project positions are a great opportunity to gain experience within state service and working with criminal justice partners. As a project employee, you will have access to health insurance, ample vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
OSS is responsible for the quality assurance and oversight of the mandatory requirements of Wis. Stat. § 118.07. Wis. Stat. § 118.07 requires public and private schools to submit on an annual basis for each school building: blueprints, safety plans, school violence drills, school safety training and safety assessments.
This position will be 100% remote in Wisconsin. The incumbent will be headquartered at their home location, which will be identified at the time of hire. High speed internet access will be required.
The deadline to apply for this job announcement is November 29, 2024, at 11:59pm. For any questions, please contact Megan Firari, Human Resources Specialist at FirariMA@doj.state.wi.us or 608-267-1923.
Position Summary
This position supports the Wisconsin Department of Justice and the Office of School Safety’s commitment to serving our school partners statewide. OSS is responsible for the quality assurance and oversight of the mandatory requirements of Wis. Stat. § 118.07. Wis. Stat. § 118.07 requires public and private schools to submit on an annual basis for each school building: blueprints, safety plans, school violence drills, school safety training and safety assessments. This position assists in achieving this goal by providing service and support to our school partners in Wisconsin and oversight of the requirements of Wis. Stat. § 118.07.
This individual will perform professional level evaluations and reviews of the mandatory requirements related to Wis. Stat. § 118.07 and provide consultation to schools with best practice resources for the mandatory requirements. This individual will provide consultation and guidance to assist schools with completing the requirements and submission to OSS. The individual will also develop presentations and training materials specializing in Wis. Stat. § 118.07 and will coordinate and/or provide trainings to school staff and the general public.
Salary Information
This classification is in pay schedule 07, pay range 04. Pay for this position will be between $26.00 and $33.00/hour. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.
Job Details
The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.
A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.
Based on current funding, this project position is expected to end October 1, 2025. As a project employee, you will continue to receive all rights and privileges afforded to original probationary employees by state law, with the exception of tenure, transfer, reinstatement and layoff benefits.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications:
Minimally qualified candidates must have training, education, or work experience in the following areas: Knowledge and skill using computers and information technology, including word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, e-mail, and the internet. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems on a variety of platforms. Preparing and updating written materials, such as training materials, manuals and/or presentations.
In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will also have training, education, and/or experience in: Knowledge in school safety for K-12 schools in Wisconsin and/or general knowledge of law enforcement operating procedures. Skills in effective oral and written communications and effective interpersonal relationships, including the explanation, justification, or discussion of a variety of issues requiring a logical presentation of appropriate facts, information, and thorough analysis.
How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Once logged in, click “Apply for Job” and follow the steps outlined in the application process. You will be required to submit a letter of qualifications and resume.
Each time you apply for a job; you should update and tailor your resume and letter of qualifications. You should clearly describe your education, training, and experience related to the items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. These qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. This will allow a fuller assessment regarding your qualifications and those required for the job applying for.
Your resume should include the following: Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying. Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used. Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the “Qualifications” section of the assessment. Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.
Your letter of qualifications should include: Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken. Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for. Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.
What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:
Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.
Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.
NOTE: Current/former State employees interested in a permissive transfer, demotion or reinstatement consideration must also apply.
We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact Megan Firari, Human Resources Specialist, at FirariMA@doj.state.wi.us / 608-267-1923.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply for this job announcement is Friday, November 29, 2024, at 11:59pm

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