Chief Safety and Security Officer

Lincolnia, VA
Fairfax County Public Schools

Salary: $174,284 – $279,959

Position Summary:

Leads and manages the programs and processes of the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) programs and services that provide physical, technical, cyber, and operational safety and security; provides strategic leadership and management oversight to ensure safety and security of students, staff, facilities, information systems, and the community; leads systemwide initiatives including strategic planning; works closely with the Leadership Team to ensure that initiative timelines are developed, executed, and maintained; serves as a liaison for various FCPS constituencies.

Requirements:

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in criminal justice, emergency management, public safety, business or public administration, or a related field.
  • Eight (8) years of experience in law enforcement, safety, security, emergency management, crisis response, cybersecurity, or a related field, some of which shall have been in a supervisory or leadership role.
    • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, functions, and current trends related to school safety and security operations management, and cybersecurity.
  • Knowledge of unique safety and security challenges faced by schools and government entities.
  • Knowledge of security, camera, cyber, and radio communications equipment technology.
  • Knowledge of applicable local, county, and state regulations, laws, and policies.
  • Proficiency in the use of technology and data compilation, analysis, and reporting.
  • Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and evaluate a comprehensive safety and security program.
  • Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the function and programs of the office.
  • Ability to supervise, evaluate, and lead.
  • Ability to facilitate meetings and/or present information to groups.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with personnel assigned to schools, other departments, public entities, and citizens.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Completion of the Federal Emergency Management FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) courses.