2024 Back to School Series: Incorporating Students Into School Safety
nSide – The School Safety Platform and The “I Love U Guys” Foundation Announce Mission Partnership
Outside Account Executive
Job Title: Outside Account Executive – School Safety Platform
Company: nSide, Inc.
Location: Hybrid-Remote
About: nSide, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative and comprehensive school safety solutions, dedicated to creating secure and nurturing environments for educational institutions. Our cutting-edge technology empowers schools to proactively address safety challenges and protect students, staff, and the school community.
Job Overview: As an Account Executive for nSide, Inc.’s School Safety Platform, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our presence and driving the adoption of our advanced safety solutions in educational institutions. Leveraging your expertise in consultative selling, you will build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
This Account Executive position will represent accounts in Alabama, Arkansas, & Tennessee.
Responsibilities:
- Sales Strategy Execution:
- Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets within the assigned territory.
- Identify and prioritize prospects, conduct market research, and stay informed about industry trends and competitors.
- Product Knowledge:
- Gain in-depth knowledge of nSide, Inc.’s School Safety Platform, understanding its features, benefits, and how it addresses the specific safety needs of educational institutions.
- Client Relationship Management:
- Build and nurture relationships with school administrators, safety coordinators, and other decision-makers.
- Conduct needs assessments and tailor solutions to address the unique safety challenges of each school.
- Product Demonstrations and Presentations:
- Conduct engaging product demonstrations and presentations, showcasing the capabilities and benefits of nSide’s School Safety Platform.
- Clearly articulate the value proposition and demonstrate how our solutions enhance school safety protocols.
- Proposal Development:
- Develop compelling proposals, including pricing, contract terms, and implementation plans.
- Address client inquiries and concerns, ensuring a thorough understanding of nSide’s offerings.
- Pipeline Management:
- Maintain a robust sales pipeline, accurately tracking and forecasting sales opportunities using the company’s CRM system.
- Regularly update management on progress, challenges, and market feedback.
- Collaboration with Internal Teams:
- Work closely with the marketing and training support teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
- Provide valuable insights from the field to contribute to product enhancements and market positioning.
Qualifications:
- Proven track record of successful outside sales experience.
- Excellent communication, executive presence, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently.
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary and bonus structure
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on school safety and have a proven track record in outside sales, we invite you to apply and join the nSide, Inc. team in creating safer learning environments for schools across the nation.
In response to the growing concern over school safety and the need for proactive measures to prevent violence, legislatures across the nation are enacting new bills mandating the establishment of behavioral threat assessment teams in schools. These teams, composed of trained professionals, are tasked with identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential threats to student safety before they escalate into larger situations.
WHAT EXACTLY DO THESE BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAMS DO?
At their core, they employ a multidisciplinary approach to assess concerning behaviors exhibited by students. Through collaboration with educators, counselors, law enforcement, and mental health professionals, these teams gather information, conduct risk assessments, and develop intervention strategies to address underlying issues contributing to the threats.
To break it down, they:
- Identify and Assess Students Posing a Threat to Others or Themselves
- Conduct Risk Assessments
- Gathering, Document, and Report Relevant Information
- Provide Interventions and Support
- Monitor and Follow-Up
WHY ARE BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAMS IMPORTANT?
Lt. Craig Parker, Commander of the Tuscaloosa PD Behavioral Intervention Team, underscores the importance of such initiatives, stating, “We have all witnessed the unfortunate rise of targeted violence in our communities, large and small. Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management initiatives offer us the opportunity to educate our communities, identify and intercept potentially dangerous situations, and proactively mitigate threats through a multiagency, multidisciplinary program. These initiatives have become a vital tool in a holistic approach to community safety.”
Indeed, the significance of behavioral threat assessment teams cannot be overstated. They not only serve as a proactive measure to prevent violence but also contribute to fostering a supportive and nurturing school environment. By addressing underlying issues such as mental health concerns, trauma, and social difficulties, these teams play a pivotal role in promoting the well-being of students and staff alike.
HOW DO I CREATE A BEHAVIORAL THREAT ASSESSMENT TEAM?
Identify Key Stakeholders and Establish a Core Team
Determine the key stakeholders who will be involved in the threat assessment team. This typically includes school administrators, teachers, counselors, school psychologists, social workers, and possibly law enforcement or mental health professionals from the community.
Form a core team of individuals who will lead the development and implementation of the threat assessment program. This team should include internal and external representatives who possess expertise in areas such as mental health, behavior management, crisis intervention, and legal issues.
Develop Policies and Procedures
Develop clear and comprehensive policies and procedures for conducting threat assessments. These should outline the purpose of the team, criteria for identifying and assessing threats, steps for intervention and support, confidentiality protocols, and guidelines for documentation and reporting.
Training and Education
Provide training and education for team members on threat assessment principles, risk factors for violence, mental health awareness, crisis intervention techniques, legal considerations, and cultural competency. Training should be ongoing to ensure that team members stay up-to-date on best practices.
Utilize Assessment Tools such as nSide|Assess™
Utilize standardized assessment tools and protocols for evaluating threats and determining appropriate interventions. These tools should be evidence-based and tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of the school community.
Coordinate with External Resources
Establish partnerships with external resources such as mental health agencies, law enforcement, juvenile justice systems, and community organizations. This collaboration can provide additional support and expertise for assessing and managing threats.
Promote Awareness and Communication
Promote awareness of the threat assessment program among students, staff, parents, and the broader school community. Communicate the purpose and procedures of the program, encourage reporting of concerns, and emphasize the importance of creating a safe and supportive school environment.
Evaluate and Improve
Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of the threat assessment program and make adjustments as needed. Solicit feedback from team members, stakeholders, and participants to identify areas for improvement and ensure that the program remains responsive to the evolving needs of the school community.
nSide|Assess™ is a revolutionary tool that can greatly assist schools in enhancing the effectiveness of their behavioral threat assessment teams. nSide|Assess™ simplifies the behavioral threat assessment process by:
- Eliminating the hassle of dealing with scattered records by consolidating all necessary information in one accessible location.
- Bringing all the members of your behavioral threat assessment team together & providing guided support through the entire process.
- Simplifying the collaboration process with external partners.
- Breaking down barriers to information sharing and providing a central hub for all essential student-related data.
- Ensuring that all confidential and sensitive information remains safeguarded from unauthorized access.
