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Director of Safety and Security Jobs in Atlanta, Georgia, USA at The Walker School
Title: Director of Safety and Security
Company: The Walker School
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Type: Full Time
Category: Security, Management
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Position Title:
Director of Safety and Security
Reports to:
Assistant Head of School for Operations
FLSA Classification:
Exempt
Join Our Team as Director of Safety and Security at The Walker School! Immediate Opening
Are you passionate about keeping a community safe, solving problems, and leading with integrity? Do you thrive in adynamic environmentwhere your expertise and interpersonal skillsmake a differenceevery day? The Walker School, a leading independent school in the metro Atlanta area, is searching for an experiencedDirector of Safety and Securitytojoin our teamand ensure a safe, welcoming environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
About The Walker School
At The Walker School, we believe thateducationis more than academics—it’s about nurturing a community where each individual feels safe, valued, and empowered to grow. Our close-knit community is committed to academic excellence and fostering meaningful connections.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As Director of Safety and Security, you will be at the heart of our campus safety, providing a reassuring presence for everyone who enters our doors. This is not just a security job; it’s an opportunity to lead crisis management efforts, enhance oursafety protocols, and be a trusted resource for our school community.
What You’ll Do
Lead with Purpose:
Develop and implement crisis management plans that ensure the safety and security of everyone on campus.
Coordinate with Excellence:
Manage and execute all school safety drills, and work closely with administrators, staff, and local authorities to keep everything running smoothly.
Be the Community’s Safety Expert:
Serve as the go-to person for security concerns, whether it’s responding to alarms, handling safety requests from parents, or monitoring daily campus activities.
Keep Us Secure:
From managing carpool safety to monitoring the school’s security systems and investigating incidents, yourattention to detailand proactive approach will help maintain a secure and welcoming environment.
Plan Ahead:
Ensure security coverage for school events and maintainup-to-datelogs ofsafety protocols, inspections, and key management.
What You’ll Bring
Experience and Expertise: A strong background in law enforcement, security, or safety management, with knowledge of the latest security practices and technologies.
Leadership andCommunicationSkills:
You’re an excellent communicator who can work with everyone from schoolleadershipto parents and students, ensuring that security is acollaborativeeffort.
Problem-Solving Ability:
You’re quick to recognize issues, propose solutions, and take decisive action to resolve them.
Physical and Mental Agility:
You’re ready for a role that requires both stamina and focus, including walking the campus, responding to alarms, and ensuring our school grounds are safe no matter the weather.
What We Offer
A Supportive Community:
Join a team that valuescollaborationand excellence in everything we do.
Competitive Salary and Benefits:
Enjoy acomprehensive benefits packagethat includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, tuition remission, and a retirement plan through TIAA-CREF.
ADynamicand Welcoming Environment:
You’ll be a key part of avibr…
