DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS SAFETY

 

Overview: The Director of Campus Safety is a strategic and operational leader responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of comprehensive programs designed to protect the safety and well-being of students, staff, and district property. This role facilitates a secure learning environment through close collaboration with district and building administration. Key responsibilities include designing professional development for safety personnel, co-leading the District Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), and managing the lifecycle of security-related hardware in partnership with IT and Facilities. As the primary liaison to external public safety agencies, the Director ensures seamless coordination between the district and the community during both routine operations and emergency situations.

 

Reports to: Associate Superintendent and Principals

 

Employee status: 12-month Administrator, IMRF

 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field preferred

Emergency management experience

Minimum of five years of experience as a police officer, facility security officer, or in a comparable security role

Experience in school security and safety training preferred

Experience in crisis management; investigation of individuals and/or incidents; and facility, personnel protection, and training

 

Professional/Personal Characteristics:

• Ability to build and maintain strong, positive relationships with all stakeholders. An understanding that relationships and culture matter most.


• Strong organizational, time management, & communication skills.


• A life-long learner who actively seeks opportunities to grow and develop their leadership skills.


• A collaborative leader who has the ability to build and maintain effective teams, manage facilities, and partner with other departments in the schools and district.


• Leadership philosophy and practices that demonstrate high personal and professional standards and ethics. 

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between the district and local, county, state, and federal police and fire officials.


• Prepare agendas for and co-facilitate District Safety Committee meetings.


• Facilitate the annual review of the District Emergency Operations Plan with the Safety Committee and local police and fire representatives to meet statutory requirements.


• Ensure compliance with all mandatory School Safety Drills: Building Evacuation (Fire/Hazardous Materials/Bomb Threat), Bus Evacuation, Severe Weather/Shelter in Place (Tornado) and Lockdown  Drill within the first 90 days of school.


• Visit all campuses and off-site district athletic facilities frequently to assess implementation of safety measures and identify areas for improvement.


• Conduct annual security audits of all district facilities and present findings to the Associate Superintendent.


• Meet monthly, or as needed, with the Directors of Buildings and Grounds, the Athletic Directors, Student Activities Directors, Fine Arts Department Chairs, Principals, and other appropriate staff to review building schedules, usage, and security needs.


• Provide professional development for school staff on safety and security topics (e.g., behavioral threat assessment, active shooter response, ICS training, evacuation drills, the Standard Response Protocol, and the Standard Reunification Method).


• Provide feedback and recommendations to administration regarding school-day supervision and safety practices.


• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all Campus Safety staff


• Hold regular meetings with campus Safety Coordinators and the departments


• Schedule and assign staff for daily operations, special events, and summer programs, including payroll approvals.


• Develop and monitor the annual safety and security budget in collaboration with administration.


• Ensure that all security-related equipment (e.g., radios, cameras, attendance and visitor management systems) are in proper working order.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits package

 

Application Process: Candidates must complete an online application which includes a letter of interest, current resume, three letters of reference and college/university transcripts. In-district candidates must complete an online application which includes a letter of interest and a current resume. Early submission of all required materials is requested. The deadline for a completed application is May 31, 2026.

 

Visit our website at www.district128.org for application information.

District 128 is an equal opportunity employer