Behavioral Threat Assessment Management Specialist

Location:

EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting Start Date:

05/13/2025

Estimated Start Date:

07/01/2025

The Behavioral Threat Assessment Management Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of students within schools by ensuring that schools follow the district guidelines. This role involves the case management of threat assessments, suicide risk assessments, overseeing child abuse reporting, and providing immediate crisis response. The specialist will collaborate with district and school administrators, law enforcement, and mental health professionals to assess risks, develop intervention plans, and manage emergencies such as threats of violence or suicide concerns. Additionally, the specialist will educate school personnel on identifying and reporting abuse and potential threats, provide support during crises, and maintain accurate documentation of assessments and interventions. Knowledge of Behavioral Threat Assessment Management, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale and Child Abuse reporting as well as community outreach programs is crucial to the success of this position. The position may require occasional evening work and travel between schools.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The District reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

• Advise facilitate and train schools on interventions

• Advises staff on possible avenues of interventions as required

• Analyses assessment to advise on appropriate post assessment management

• Assists in the development implementation and training of safety assessment programs

• Assists with developing and maintain strong community relationships which strengthen the student assessment and management process and help support wrap around services

• Assists with operation of and serves on the district level BTAM team (behavioral threat assessment management)developing and presenting reports, analysis assessment and trend data and presenting recommendations. Works with other district departments such as security, learning services, risk management and others

• Applies knowledge of the ways in which learning takes place, including the appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of their students

• Complies with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies, procedures, practices, and location requirements

• Demonstrates high standards for ethical and professional conduct

• Demonstrates knowledge of effective services that reduce barriers to and support learning

• Demonstrates knowledge of their professions and integrate evidence-based practices and research findings into their services

• Demonstrates leadership and advocacy in the school, the community and their profession

• Demonstrates mastery of and expertise in school counseling/ social work

• Develops and implements services related to student needs, learning, and progress towards goals

• Develop, maintain, and deliver training for safety assessment tools and process to district staff

• Engages students as individuals with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting services for the benefit of students

• Ensures that students are supervised at all times

• Ensure timely assessment of student safety concerns

• Establishes and communicates high expectations and use strategies to support the development of critical thinking, problem-solving skills and self-advocacy

• Follows established policies and procedures regarding the health, safety, welfare, and education of students

• Fosters a safe, accessible, and predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers

• Initiates regular communication with the District BTAM team regarding critical and time sensitive information

• Integrates and utilizes appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences

• Links professional growth to professional goals

• Maintains confidentiality of staff and student information

• Maintains a variety of records to include sensitive and confidential information

• Manages and advises staff on behavioral threat assessment and management from inception to closure

• Models and promotes effective communication

• Models appropriate conduct at all times

• Provides input for new and existing procedures to ensure smooth and effective operation

• Provides services aligned with state and federal laws, local policies and procedures, Colorado Academic Standards, the organized plan of instruction, and the individual needs of students

• Remains current with applicable laws and district policies pertaining to threat assessment, suicide and mandatory reporting

• Responds as directed and as necessary in safety and/or crisis situations

• Responds to a complex, dynamic environment

• Reviews threat assessment, suicide assessment, mandatory reporting and assists with applicable investigation processes and conducting training and assisting directly with investigations

• Support staff using Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to respond to student assessment needs

• Student staff with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and 504 to responds to student assessment needs

• Understands and responds to diversity within the home, school, and community

• Uses effective conflict resolution

• Uses and integrates technology to support professional responsibilities, instruction, data interpretation, and student learning

• Uses feedback and reflects about professional practice to improve teaching and learning

• Utilizes formal and informal assessments to inform planning and service delivery

• Will respond to crisis situations as needed as they pertain to student safety assessments

• Works collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

• Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

• Ability to use technology to improve instruction and learning, and to interpret test data

• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision

• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings

• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications

• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness

• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills

• Detail-oriented

• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible

• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

• Grade level, content/subject area, and inquiry-based skills

• Knowledge of Multi-Tier Systems of Supports

• Knowledge of Section 504 plans

• Knowledge of and experience with how technology integration supports learning

• Knowledge of Colorado Academic Standards, curriculum, standards-based instruction, assessment, and differentiation

• Knowledge of effective classroom and positive behavior management

• Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher

• Knowledge of the academic, emotional, physical, and social development of students

• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

• Student-centered and relationship-focused

• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.

• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.

• The incumbent is required to work normal school/work hours and/or days.

• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties

• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices

• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)

• Master’s degree (e.g. M.A., M.S., M.Ed, M.S.W.,) in School Counseling, Social Work, or a related area

• Special Services Provider License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education (School Counselor or Social Worker)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hold or be able to obtain Behavioral Threat Assessment Certification (i.e. Association of Threat Assessment Professional or equivalent)

• Leadership Experience in an Educational Setting

• 3-5 Years Experience of School Mental Health and or Crisis Work

Compensation Range:

$70,185-$80,185

(Based on job relevant experience at 100% FTE)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours per Day:

8.0 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year:

230 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility:

Full-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

How to Apply:

New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

• A letter of application which states why you feel you are qualified for this position, and your background and experience relating to this position

• A current resume

• Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable)

• Three current letters of recommendation (optional)

• License (if applicable)

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.

Hiring Manager Email:

julie.hendrickson@asd20.org