Safety & Security Coordinator

Job Description

Effective 1 October 2024 Frankfurt International School (FIS) is looking for a qualified, organized and reliable Safety & Security Coordinator (fulltime) to provide a welcoming and safe environment for the FIS (Oberursel + Wiesbaden) community.

Job Responsibilities :

Primary Focus :

• Coordinate and provide oversight of all health, safety and security issues at FIS. This includes the procedures, policies, decision-making protocols, and the overall culture of safety and security in the community
• Ensure the safety of the FIS campus and the efficient operation of our events and services in collaboration with the Chief Hausmeister
• The incumbent will also be one of the designated Safety Officers (Sicherheitsbeauftragte) responsible for all aspects of safety on the campus
• First point of contact for any concerns regarding security and safety matters

Campus Maintenance, Safety and Security

• Responsible for development and maintenance of all health and safety procedures and documentation
• Ensure full compliance with German Health and Safety Regulation
• Appointed as the official safety officer for the Workmen s Compensation Insurance and, in this capacity, be responsible for all aspects of workplace safety on campus
• Responsible to hold and document regular safety and occupational health meetings (ASA) in coordination with the Assistant Director of Finance & Operations
• Responsible for creating a calendar of safety drills and running them, including all related communication
• Arrange regular maintenance and safety audits of designated teaching equipment (i.e. Science Labs, Design & Technology, Sports Equipment)
• Complete regular inspections of all areas of the campus to ensure that the facility is maintained to the highest standard and that any safety- or health issues are addressed immediately.

These inspection areas will include but are not limited to : Classrooms Thoroughfares, Common areas, i.e. cafeteria and auditorium Exterior walkways Sports Facilities Playgrounds All exits Perimeter Fences and Gates Bathrooms

• Manage individuals access to campus, including appropriate background checks
• Support the safety and security of largescale events - i.e. World Fest, Apple Fest in collaboration with the Chief Hausmeister and other team members of the Finance & Operations department
• Check incoming bills of the external security company and is the first point of contact for the Security companies
• Undertake facilities projects that may be assigned by the Assistant Director of Finance & Operations

Off-Campus Safety and Security

• Conduct site inspections for new off campus excursions if required
• Support teachers in the development of appropriate risk management plans for off-campus events

Collaboration

• Provide / arrange crisis training for ADCON / Crisis Response Team
• Provide / arrange regular safety training for faculty and staff
• Support counseling team and teaching teams with regards to student learning in the ares of safety (stranger danger, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications / Expectations

• Completed training in the field of building operations / property management
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
• Experience in workplace safety and handling of emergency situations
• English and German (reading & speaking) preferred
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate in an international and multi-cultural environment
• Computer literacy

Questions about the position can be sent to our Assistant Director of Finance & Operations, Ms Jana Hahn : jana [email protected].

Skills & Requirements Qualifications