Bethesda, Maryland
Alexandria, Virginia
McLean, Virginia
Posted: 01-Jun-26
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Type: Full Time
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Landon School is committed to the ethical, intellectual, and personal development of boys. We challenge and inspire them to think deeply, individually, and broadly; to live with respect and honor; and to grow into healthy, well-rounded men of integrity and character who seek to make a positive difference in the world around them.
The Assistant Director of Facilities & Campus Operations / Director of Safety & Security is a key operational leader responsible for overseeing campus safety and security, transportation, and event logistics while supporting the broader facilities and operations portfolio of the School. This role ensures a safe, secure, and well-coordinated campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
In addition to managing the Safety & Security Department, this position partners closely with the Director of Facilities & Campus Operations on daily operations, planning, staffing, and project execution, and serves as Acting Director when the Director is off-campus.
Essential Responsibilities
1. Campus Safety & Security Leadership
- Develop, implement, and oversee the strategic vision and associated policies and procedures for campus safety and security.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all security matters, including threat assessments, emergency response, and coordination with county police and public safety agencies.
- Supervise security staff, oversee scheduling, ensure appropriate campus coverage, and design ongoing professional training.
- Manage and review surveillance systems, access control systems, and visitor management protocols.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and internal investigations when appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Maintain strong relationships with community partners, including law enforcement, fire, and EMS.
2. Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Response
- Lead the development and ongoing refinement of emergency response and crisis management plans.
- Coordinate campus-wide drills (fire, lockdown, evacuation) and faculty/staff/student training.
- Oversee emergency communications systems and collaborate with Technology and Communications on system reliability and messaging protocols/programs.
3. Event Logistics & Campus Use Management
- Coordinate event logistics across academic, athletic, arts, advancement, and auxiliary programs.
- Ensure proper staffing, security, parking, and traffic flow plans for high-profile or large-scale events.
- Oversee event setup and breakdown in collaboration with custodial, maintenance, and operations staff.
- Manage weather contingency planning for events in partnership with School leadership.
4. Transportation Oversight
- In collaboration with the Transportation Manager, ensure the effective daily operations of the school’s transportation services, including driver scheduling/supervision and vehicle coordinator for school programs.
- Oversees the school’s bus fleet, including maintenance and repairs, route effectiveness, budgeting and procurement, and safety/compliance.
- Ensure compliance with vehicle safety, inspection, and training requirements.
- Manage traffic control operations for drop-off, pick-up, and special events.
5. Facilities & Operations Support
- Support the Director of Facilities & Campus Operations in day-to-day oversight of maintenance, grounds, custodial, housing, and logistics operations.
- Assist with work order management, follow-up inspections, scheduling, and staff coordination.
- Support vendor oversight, contractor scheduling, and small capital projects as needed.
- Serve as Acting Director of Facilities & Campus Operations when the Director is off campus.
- Assist in budget development and ongoing management related to all safety, security, and operational functions.
6. Community Engagement & Training
- Build strong, positive relationships with students, faculty, parents, and staff to promote a culture of safety and belonging.
- Provide training to faculty and staff on emergency procedures, incident response, and campus safety expectations.
- Serve as a visible presence on campus, modeling professionalism and calm under pressure.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in law enforcement, military, or a related field, with specific experience in security leadership.
- Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to supervise diverse operational teams.
- Extensive knowledge of security systems, emergency protocols, and risk management.
- Eligibility for SRO or SPO commission in Maryland preferred.
- Active Shooter/ALICE or similar certification.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple operational functions in a fast-paced school environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in facilities, transportation oversight, event operations, or campus operations.
- Experience in an independent school or higher-education environment.
- Bachelor’s degree and/or related experience in public safety, operations, criminal justice, or a related field.
- Experience with logistic management systems.
Personal Attributes
- High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong relationship-builder with excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
- Able to lead others constructively and hold to high standards
- Commitment to Landon’s mission and values.
- Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to patrol campus and respond quickly to incidents.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
- Significant walking, standing, or movement across campus.
- Ability to detain individuals when necessary for safety.
Landon School offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, an attractive 403(b) retirement plan, professional development opportunities, free lunch, and much more.