Summary:

Serves as the primary school administrator who supervises all overnight staff. Works during the third shift (approximately midnight to early morning hours). Has decision-making authority on behalf of the School using independent judgment to respond to emergencies and other situations that may arise. Serves as a mentor for staff through modeling, demonstrating, and implementing best practice in supporting students’ total growth. Ensures the ongoing safety of staff and students. Supports various departments including but not limited to Student Life, Facilities/Security, and Transportation. Maintains records and files appropriate to the positions including incident reports, time sheet information and referral for services. Supports NMSD’s progressive vision, mission, and beliefs. It is anticipated and expected that all functions of this position will be performed in a positive and receptive manner, while helping to advance the mission and vision of New Mexico School for the Deaf.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

Personnel and Student Life:

• Supervises and directs the work of the Lead Residential Night Attendant and Residential Night Attendants.
• Facilitates effective communication between the residential program and academic departments.
• Serves as the primary point of contact and takes the lead in handling emergencies including but not limited to evacuations, responding to external emergencies that may affect the Santa Fe campus, and working with first responders.
• Works with the Student Life Supervisor and Lead Residential Night Attendant to make sure there is adequate coverage of the overnight shift if there are absences.
• Responsible for determining if overtime is needed and approving overtime.
• Responsible for approving leave requests.
• Responsible for directing, advising, training, coaching, and counseling subordinate staff and taking and recommending disciplinary action.
• Responsible for the evaluation of subordinate staff.
• Improves the quality and accountability of the school’s programs through supervision, performance evaluations, staff development activities and tracking results.
• Assists management with labor relations and may serve on management’s negotiating team.
• Makes frequent/routine checks of cottages.
• Determines training needed and assists with the coordination of training for overnight staff.
• Communicates regularly with other school administrators concerning staff and students as needed.
• Writes detailed staff and/or student incident reports as appropriate.
• Responds to medical emergencies (calls 911, or on call staff to determine next steps).
• Supports the administration of allowable over the counter medication as per policy and procedures.
• Serves as primary point of contact for overnight communication with families.
• Promotes effective and positive relationships with students, staff/faculty, parents, visitors and other community members.
• Meets with parents as needed.
• Interprets school policies to parents and staff.
• Assists the Director of Student Affairs in managing the resources of the residential units.
• Assists with keeping the Student Life manual current.
• Follows the school’s discipline philosophy and utilizes appropriate techniques to support students’ growth and development.
• Administers first aid or suicide risk assessments as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Facilities:

• Maintains watch over live campus video surveillance as needed.
• Do occasional campus facilities checks overnight.
• Communicates with the facilities department as needed.
• Accesses all campus buildings to assist with emergencies and first responders.
• Calls 911 or other appropriate public entities as needed.
• Does basic urgent functions such as shutting off water during leaks.
• Communicates with on-call facilities staff or the facilities departments (security, housekeeping or maintenance) as needed.

Transportation:

• Makes weather-related transportation decisions on behalf of the School and communicates with news and other outlets.
• Works with the Transportation department in responding to early morning emergencies as needed.
• Serves as primary point of contact for sub driver coverage as needed during early morning hours.

General:

• Works closely with the Superintendent and Directors to perform ongoing assessment of personnel and overnight campus safety, security, and other critical matters.
• Handles employee situations and works with HR to investigate employee matters.
• Maintains confidentiality related to student situations and personnel matters.
• Supports NMSD’s vision, mission, and beliefs.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Organization- Must be organized and detail-oriented.
• Analytical- collects and aggregates data for program maintenance and improvement.
• Continuous Learning- Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Job Knowledge- Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Use of Technology- Adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity.
• Problem Solving- Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works in group problem solving situations.
• Cooperation- Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Teamwork- Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs.
• State and Federal IDEA Compliance- exhibits knowledge of and adherence to all legal requirements related to early intervention.
• Diversity- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organization values.
• Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values.
• Adaptability- Manages competing demands.
• Personal Appearance- Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
• Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative- Seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and /or Experiences: At least a high school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social services, education, or related field preferred. A minimum of three to five years of experience working with school-age students required. A minimum of three years specifically in student life preferred. Willingness and ability to be trained in the following: Personnel and Labor Relations; basic facilities maintenance (shutting off water, electricity, etc.); willingness and ability to be trained in basic security functions (campus evacuations, working with state/local police); willingness and ability to receive basic training for medical emergencies (CPR, first aid, suicide prevention and risk assessment, medical assistant certification). Must demonstrate commitment to student well-being.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration: Medical Assistant and other health and security related certifications are required and may be obtained on the job. Defensive Driving certification required and may be obtained on the job.

Language Skills: Ability to present to an audience.  Superior reading and writing skills are required for extensive documentation related to supervisory activities. State and federal reports are integral to this position.

Sign Language: Fluent receptive and expressive American Sign Language and written English skills.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, as well as various software packages including Microsoft Office.   

Reasoning Ability: Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to think independently, problem solve and work with the whole team. Ability and commitment to represent the Vision, Mission and Beliefs of NMSD as both a school and an agency.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally required to drive for long periods of time; stand; walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

NMSD conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.