CTM – Life Safety Systems

JOB SUMMARY

The CTM – Life Safety Systems Team Member is an integral part of the curriculum department. The primary role of this position will be to collaborate with executive leadership, directors, and managers across the department to execute assignments and special projects. This team member will contribute expertise, and work towards achieving common goals. The CTM – Life Safety Systems Team Member will participate in cross-functional projects, leveraging knowledge and skills to drive innovation, streamline processes, and deliver successful outcomes.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Directs the provision of life safety systems communication activities district wide. Provide management and development to district personnel, responsible for managing all aspects of alarms, card access, cameras and CCTV services delivered district wide. 

2.    Manages and oversees the department budget to ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to procurement policies. 

3.    Aligns performance goals and objective to support the districts mission and implements performance tools to assess the effectiveness of the delivery of services. 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

4.    Works closely with various stakeholders as related to scopes of work, facility-related issues, and concerns. Develops scope and guidelines related to the maintenance components of life safety systems for all facilities, rebuilds and renovations. 

5.    Visits district sites to monitor life safety systems work order status and requests, ensuring compliance with all OSHA regulations, building codes, HISD construction standards environmental agency requirements, file safety standards, and regulations. 
6    Acts as the primary department emergency responses point-of-contact for after-hour related calls for the district facilities, channeling concerns to appropriate divisions and following up with project status and resolution. 
 7.    Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (depending on the specific requirements of the cross-functional team). Master’s degree preferred.)

WORK EXPERIENCE

3 Years Experience working in cross-functional teams or projects.

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse functional backgrounds.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling clear and concise information sharing.

Strong problem-solving abilities, with a logical and analytical mindset to address complex challenges.

Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced and changing work environment.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within deadlines.

Proficiency in relevant software and tools used by the cross-functional team.

Continuous learning mindset, with a willingness to expand knowledge and skills in other functional areas.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Leadership. Regularly provides project management or team leadership to a group of two or more employees but does not have formal supervisory responsibility. Leading and directing typically involves monitoring work and providing guidance on escalated issues. Most of work time is spent performing many of same duties they are leading.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work involves the application of moderately complex procedures and tasks that are quite varied. Independent judgment is often required to select and apply the most appropriate of available resources. Ongoing supervision is provided on an "as needed" basis.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

No budget development activity is required.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have minor, small and possibly incremental impact on the department or facility. Errors are usually discovered in succeeding operations where most of the work is verified or checked and is normally confined to a single department or phase of the organizational activities resulting in brief inconvenience.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - works with others to resolve problems, clarify or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Takes routine or required customer actions to meet customer needs. Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow-up. May handle escalated issues passed on from coworkers or subordinates.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

Ability to carry and/or lift less than 15 pounds.