Job Description

The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q?i?c??y? - Katzie, the q??a:n????n?- Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.


Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.


Our Commitment:



Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families.


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Values:



Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and belonging and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of their background, feels empowered to contribute their best.


Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.

This is a

Full-Time Temporary Contract ending June 2026.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and implement programs and services to enhance the District's Safe and Caring Schools policy and regulations. Supervise the execution of Safe Schools programs to ensure compliance with established policies and regulations. Act as a liaison with the Ministry of Education, RCMP, MCFD, and other key stakeholders. Ensure strict adherence to Safe Schools policies and regulations in all program activities. Collaborate with internal and external partners to create a supportive and secure school environment. Provide training and education to school staff and stakeholders on Safe Schools policies, procedures, and best practices. Develop and oversee protocols for responding to safety incidents within school settings. Review the effectiveness of the Safe Schools programs and recommend improvements. Prepare and submit reports on the status and impact of Safe Schools programs to relevant authorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related discipline and three years of relevant experience with District Level student discipline and Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA)/ Assessment of Risk to Others (ARTO) models. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Able to work closely with policing agencies and ability to pass enhanced security clearance. Strong knowledge and experience with the provincial School Safety Alert System and Incident Command Management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and build trust with a variety of partners. Strong formal leadership experience, preferably at the district level. Commitment to inclusion and belonging and building a caring and respectful workplace. Creative problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking. Acts with accountability, responsibility and transparency in the use of public funds. Proficiency using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to exercise tact and discretion and maintain a calm, courteous approach to sensitive interpersonal situations.

What we're offering

Comprehensive Benefits Package


+ Extended Medical, Vision and Dental

+ Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

+ Employee Family Assistance Program

+ Municipal Pension
13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time
Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment. Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are





The salary range for this position is $90,291 - $112,864 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.


Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. The midpoint of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.

Qualified applicants can apply by clicking the "apply" button to the right of the posting. The closing date for this position is July 7, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Surrey Schools recognizes the importance of accessibility and supporting the diverse needs of our community. If there is any accommodation you may require for your interview, whether related to accessibility or otherwise, please do not hesitate to advise and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

Note:

Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.