Safety Coordinator
Job Description
CaptiveAire is assisting Thales Academy, a growing network of private schools, in their search for a Safety Coordinator. This role will work with safety spanning all fourteen campus locations out of Raleigh, NC.
Why Work for Thales Academy?
- Thales Academy is a network of private schools offering a high-quality, affordable Pre-K–12 education rooted in classical curriculum and Direct Instruction.
- With campuses in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, Thales provides students with a strong foundation to excel academically, develop strong character, and thrive in college, careers, and life.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance
- Paid time off
- 401k with employer match
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
Responsibilities
The School Safety Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety procedures across campus to support a safe, secure, and well-managed learning environment. This role ensures effective emergency preparedness, daily operational safety, training, and risk management aligned with NC best practices for private schools.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Reports to the Director of Safety
- Oversee campus traffic flow, carpool operations, roadway safety, and crossing guard coordination
- Manage student driver safety protocols and campus parking policies
- Monitor safety of playgrounds, outdoor spaces, and campus facilities
- Develop and lead emergency management planning, including lockdown procedures, drills, and staff training
- Enforce visitor sign-in procedures and controlled access to school buildings
- Oversee classroom, lab, and shop equipment safety, including required training, student signoffs, and parent liability waivers
- Ensure safety protocols for field trips and offcampus activities
- Coordinate first aid readiness, injury reporting, and incident investigations
- Maintain accurate and concise safety documentation, training records, and compliance materials
Job Requirements
- BS degree in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent preferred
- Experience with site security, education settings, and emergency planning
- Physical Requirements
• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time
• Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
• Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
• Ability to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently
- Familiarity with private school safety practices and emergency response protocols in North Carolina
- Strong organizational, communication, and training skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, administrators, students, and families
