Director of Safety & Security - School Leadership & Innovation Job Prosper area,Texas USA,Security

Position: Director of Safety & Security - School Leadership & Innovation (2026-2027)

Director of Safety & Security - School Leadership & Innovation ) Job Details

Job : 5570193

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Job Description

Salary: Commensurate with experience / Days: 224

Primary

Purpose:

Direct, manage, and implement the District’s comprehensive safety, security, and emergency preparedness program. This role ensures a safe learning environment for students, staff, and visitors by overseeing mitigation, prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery phases of emergency management while maintaining a strong partnership with local law enforcement.

Qualifications Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s degree preferred
Texas Peace Officer license issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE), preferred
Master Peace Officer Certificate (TCOLE), preferred
Clear and valid Texas driver’s license Bondable as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)
Completion of FEMA Emergency Management training and certification, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

Deep knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), and FEMA procedures
Working knowledge of security technology including access control, surveillance cameras, and video exporting
Expert knowledge of Texas criminal law, Texas Education Code, and school safety mandates
Exceptional public relations, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain emotional control under extreme pressure

Experience

Three (3) years of successful law enforcement or public safety experience with progressive experience in law enforcement, military, or corporate security, preferred
At least 3–5 years of experience in a supervisory or command capacity
Experience as a School Resource Officer (SRO) or within a school setting, highly preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties Emergency Management & Safety Planning

Develop, maintain, and implement the District’s Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan (MEOP).

Chair the School Safety and Security Committee and prepare the group to staff the Emergency Operations Center during crises.

Oversee the District and Campus Reunification Process.

Provide ongoing safety related professional development training to campus and District staff, including de-escalation techniques and situational awareness.

Coordinate and evaluate mandatory safety audits and emergency drills (fire, lockdown, etc.) across all campuses and facilities.

Oversee the District Crossing Guard Services.

Manage the District and Campus two-way radio program.

Monitor weather conditions and provide recommendations for school closures or schedule changes.

Travel between multiple District sites.

Respond to District emergency situations during non-traditional hours.

Departmental Leadership & Law Enforcement

Direct daily operations of the security department.

Coordinate with the District Police Department.

Coordinate with the District Risk Management Department.

Oversee internal and criminal investigations into misconduct or incidents on district property.

Manage the department budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.

Conduct regular safety audits.

Interagency Liaison & Communication

Serve as the primary liaison to the District Police Department and other emergency management agencies.

Represent the district on various community task forces and committees.

Specialized Programs

Collaborate with District staff and Police Department to provide operational safety plans for other large-scale district gatherings.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computers and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting with occasional bending, stooping, and reaching; frequent keyboarding

Motion: Repetitive hand motion; frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; regular walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching; may climb ladders

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying up to 44 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over)

Environment: Work is performed in an office environment; frequent on-call and after-hours work; occasional district-wide travel; may be required to be on-call 24 hours a day

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under high-stress situations; ability to handle frequent interruptions and irregular prolonged hours

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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