Director of School Safety and Security

Primary Purpose:

Establishes and administers security regulations and procedures to protect students, staff, and property; organizes, schedules, performs, and documents state-mandated security audits to ensure the safety and security of all district facilities; responsible for the supervision of all school security officers, acts as liaison to school resource officers and municipalities; coordinates with all school campuses to perform mandatory emergency drills; ensures enforcement of all federal, state, and local laws, and ordinances and coordinates with outside law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications:

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent related experience will be considered)
• Texas Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Bonded as required by Texas Education Code §37.081(h)
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Experience

• Three (3) years of law enforcement experience in a supervisory or command capacity
• Three (3) years of experience as a fully commissioned police officer
• Three (3) years of experience involving knowledge and application of federal, state, county, and city laws and regulations as they apply to toxic and controlled substances
• Experience in a school setting (preferred)

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of school safety procedures, criminal law, and report writing
• Ability to problem-solve, innovate, and adapt in dynamic situations
• Training and ability to subdue offenders, including use of firearms
• Ability to pass required physical, psychiatric, and drug tests
• Must possess strong leadership skills and capacity

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Safety and Compliance

• Serve as the primary liaison between school resource officers, district leadership, and external law enforcement agencies.
• Ensure the district complies with all federal, state, and local safety and security regulations.
• Maintains written policies and procedures to ensure the district’s compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain records as required by federal, state, and local agencies for all regulations and legislation.
• Stay informed of changes to federal and state safety laws and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance.
• Advise senior leadership on safety-related concerns, identifying potential risks and recommending solutions.

Audits and Emergency Preparedness

• Conduct state-mandated safety and security audits for all district facilities.
• Present audit findings and actionable recommendations to the Board of Trustees and Safety and Security Committee.
• Monitor and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions based on audit findings.
• Oversee the coordination and execution of mandatory emergency drills across all campuses, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Training and Professional Development

• Attend conferences, training seminars, and professional meetings to maintain current expertise in managing all aspects of the district’s environmental safety program.
• Obtain and maintain professional certifications required by federal and state agencies.
• Develop and maintain peer networks through active participation in professional safety and law enforcement organizations.

Operations and Program Oversight

• Manages memorandums of understanding (MOUs) and interlocal agreements with various municipalities and external agencies to support district safety initiatives.
• Procure and oversee grant funding to enhance safety and security programs.
• Implement and manage technological safety reporting systems, providing recommendations for improvements.

Other Duties:

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Participate in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of school security officers.
• Provide relevant and engaging training for school security officers.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools and Equipment Used: District vehicle, firearms, security equipment, two-way radio, alarm system and other security equipment, fire extinguisher, and standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion: Strenuous walking and climbing; frequent keyboarding/mouse, prolonged driving

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (moderate exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), moderate exposure to noise, frequent districtwide travel

Other: Specific hearing and visual requirements; may be subject to adverse and hazardous working conditions, including violent and armed confrontations; ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Appointment:

The appointment of this position will be recommended to the Board of Trustees by the Superintendent of Schools on the basis of the applicant’s training, experience, and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.

THE DENTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER