Summary Description Of Classification

Under the direction of the Chief of Schools, leads and supervises the Department of Safety and Security, including the development, planning, implementation, maintenance and communication of a 24-hour comprehensive personal and physical security and school safety program for MCPS to ensure a safe and secure educational environment for students, staff, parents, and visitors. Supervises and evaluates department staff; provides leadership for department responses to security incidents, emergencies, and school safety initiatives and improvements. Works with schools to support the development and implementation of comprehensive safety and security training programs for staff. Works collaboratively with regional associate superintendents, school directors, and system leadership, public safety partners and cross-functional teams to plan, train staff, respond to incidents and develop programs, procedures, technology-supported systems and initiatives that ensure safe and secure schools. Physical Demands: None Special Requirements: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays in order to respond to emergencies.

Job

Administrators

Organization

Offices

Primary Location

Rockville

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Jul 16, 2026, 9:41:14 AM

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of the organization, policies, regulations, operating and capital improvements program budgets of MCPS or a comparable large public-school system.
Thorough knowledge of current safety and security strategies, protocols and communications technology. Thorough knowledge of current safety and security strategies, protocols, emergency preparedness practices, incident command structures, crises response procedures and communications protocol
knowledge of technology systems that support and enhance school safety, including access control, video surveillance, visitor management, emergency notification, radio communication, alarm, and incident reporting systems. Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations and ordinances related to school safety and security.
Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and evaluate a comprehensive safety and security program in a large public-school system. Ability to analyze incident data, security audit findings, and safety trends to recommend staffing, training, technology, equipment, and operational improvements. Ability to lead emergency response activities, coordinate with public safety agencies, and provide guidance to school and central office leaders during critical incidents. Ability to develop, implement, and monitor standard operating procedures, emergency response plans, crisis management plans, drills, and safety/security training programs.
Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
Excellent organizational and negotiation skills. Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and apply the six leadership standards established for MCAAP/MCBOA and the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (PGS), including the supervision, evaluation, and professional development of staff.

Education, Training, And Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in law enforcement, public administration, emergency management/public safety, education, public administration or a related field.
Master?s preferred. Minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in safety and security field, which includes managing school and school system safety and security, emergency preparedness, incident command structures, and responsive strategies following an emergency or safety incident. Experience leading organizational change and utilizing safety data to implement strategic improvement plans. Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive safety and security programs in a large, complex organization, preferably in a public school system. Knowledge of safety and security technology, equipment, and systems used to support safe and secure school environments. Experience in budget preparation and administration, supervision, and training. Experience collaborating with school administrators, central office staff, public safety agencies, community partners, and other stakeholders to support prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. Experience supervising, coaching, evaluating, and supporting staff in a safety, security, emergency management, or related operational environment.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Maryland Class C license or equivalent.

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