Health, Safety and Security Specialist

Position Type :

Support Staff / Clerical

Date Posted : 10 / 16 / 2025

Location :

District Office / District Wide

Date Available : 10 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : open until filled

Engage, connect, make a difference!

Are you passionate about creating safe and welcoming environments where students and staff can thrive? Lakeville Area Schools is looking for a dedicated Health, Safety, and Security Specialist to support and lead key safety initiatives across our district. In this impactful role, you will work hands-on with security systems like access control, CCTV, fire alarms, and emergency alerts-while also ensuring we stay compliant with safety standards and inspections.

You will split your time between in-office planning and on-site work at our schools-collaborating closely with facilities, administrators, and staff to bring safety initiatives to life. If you are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in a mission-driven environment, join our team!

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

• Manage and monitor district-wide safety and security systems and databases.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety inspections and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate system repairs, equipment replacements, and follow-up on inspection deficiencies.
• Communicate audit and inspection results to school and district leadership.
• Oversee access control, visitor management, CCTV, intrusion detection, fire alarms, and emergency communication systems.
• Provide training and support for staff on safety procedures and technologies.
• Support planning and review of safety and security aspects in construction and facilities projects.
• Manage security credentials and access permissions for staff, contractors, and visitors.
• Respond to and track safety-related tickets and work orders via Incident IQ.
• Assist with purchase tracking and budgeting for safety and security needs.
• Review surveillance footage to support investigations as needed.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR :

High School / GED, Associate's Degree in Business, Health & Safety, or a related field preferred.

Superior computer and technology skills required in Google apps, Excel, Word, and Access.

Ability to work flexible hours.

Demonstrated ability to think and act proactively to increase department effectiveness and efficiency.

?Demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with multiple competing priorities.

Considerable skill and experience with data management, recordkeeping, research, analysis and reporting.

Knowledge of school safety and security management preferred.

See attached job description for a full list of position duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

SCHEDULE :

Hours

8 hours per day / Monday - Friday

40 hours per week

This position works full time, 12 months / 261 days per year.

SALARY :

In accordance with the Lakeville Education Assistants Federation salary schedule.

B-2-3, $22.76-$27.04 per hour

WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US :

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!

Your benefits may include :

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.

12 paid holidays each year.

Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.

All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.

Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.

All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.

Health benefits include :

Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST .

Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24 / 7.

Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.

Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.

Wellness rewards program.

Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children

403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements.

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional / licensed positions).

Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)

Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)

Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work / life support :

Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns : anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.

Virtual Fitness Services : easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals :

Training, classes, and professional development.

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov .

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website.

FULL BENEFIT GUIDEBOOK

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS :

There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out on our website under " Collective Bargaining Agreements"

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity

Internal and External applicants apply online

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Health, Safety, & Security Specialist