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Director of Campus Safety and Security
Apr 10 2026
Maret School is seeking a knowledgeable, personable, hard-working, and hands-on Director of Campus Safety and Security to help create and maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for the school community. The selected candidate will report to the associate head of school for finance & operations and be responsible for leadership and operational oversight over all safety and security functions at the school’s campus in Woodley Park and athletic fields in Chevy Chase. The ideal candidate will take a collaborative approach and foster a culture of safety, security, trust, and preparedness among all constituents, including faculty, students, families, contractors, and campus visitors.
Safety And Security Operations Functions
Maret’s dynamic community and campus in the midst of Washington, DC, create a unique learning environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Expert teachers inspire students to think both creatively and analytically, seek out multiple perspectives, work hard, and make time for joy as they tackle our challenging curriculum and explore artistic and athletic pursuits. The school’s mission, core values, and educational philosophy ground and guide our work.
Our community strives for equity and inclusion in every aspect of school life. Maret School stands firmly behind the principle that the admission of students, the employment of faculty, the operation of programs, and the governance of the school be open to all who are qualified regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or creed. We believe that this principle is both firmly grounded in the spirit of American democracy and in keeping with the civil responsibilities of an independent school.
All adults on campus are role models for our students and are considered part of the faculty. Every Maret employee must abide by our code of conduct.
To apply, please send a cover letter and résumé BY EMAIL ONLY to tholloway@maret.org. Unfortunately, we will not be able to respond personally to every applicant. You will hear from us only if your experience matches our current needs.
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Director of Campus Safety and Security
Apr 10 2026
Maret School is seeking a knowledgeable, personable, hard-working, and hands-on Director of Campus Safety and Security to help create and maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for the school community. The selected candidate will report to the associate head of school for finance & operations and be responsible for leadership and operational oversight over all safety and security functions at the school’s campus in Woodley Park and athletic fields in Chevy Chase. The ideal candidate will take a collaborative approach and foster a culture of safety, security, trust, and preparedness among all constituents, including faculty, students, families, contractors, and campus visitors.
Safety And Security Operations Functions
- In cooperation with other administrators, establish and develop proper policies, procedures and guidelines to provide safety and security of life and property on campus
- Badging
- Access control (campus gates and buildings)
- Visitor management (parents, contractors, vendors, etc.)
- Camera access
- Training and table-top exercises
- Incident response, emergency operations plans, reunification and continuity plans
- Supervise all security and traffic personnel, including hiring, training, managing, assessing, and scheduling (post orders) for daily operations, evening schedules, and special events
- Conduct regular physical security audits (fencing, lighting, entry points, and signage)
- Regularly review campus needs for emergency response and life-safety equipment (e.g., AEDs, fire extinguishers, stop the bleed kits)
- Schedule and manage safety drills for fire, lockdown, shelter, weather emergencies, and evacuation; provide appropriate documentation
- Provide incident command and coordinate emergency response for events such as fires, severe weather, a missing student, or other emergencies; provide appropriate documentation
- Lead investigations involving accidents, thefts, property loss, or unlawful activity
- Coordinate pick-up/drop-off, traffic, and parking plans for daily operations and special events
- Build strong, transparent relationships with families regarding safety protocols, behavior expectations, and culture initiatives
- Create and maintain relationships with local first responders
- Create and chair the school’s Emergency Preparedness Committee
- Co-chair or actively participate in a multidisciplinary threat assessment team
- In partnership with the Director of Communications, review protocols and tools for timely, accurate communication to faculty, families, and students during critical incidents
- Oversee the budget development and execution for all areas of security
- Participate in meetings with the Buildings & Grounds Committee and the full Board as needed
- Degree in criminal justice, emergency management, public safety, or equivalent field/experience
- 10 years of progressively responsible experience in campus safety, law enforcement, military, or emergency management with 3 years in a leadership role
- Experience with crisis management, emergency communications, and safety drill programs
- First aid/CPR certification
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with cloud-based security platforms (Verkada) and life-safety systems
- Experience managing vendor contracts
- Ability to effectively read, write, and otherwise communicate in English
- Capable of bending, stretching, reaching, lifting, and/or standing for extended periods and the ability to carry, lift, or drag heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
- Able to quickly traverse multi-acre campuses in various weather conditions
- Sensory requirements include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to hear voices, alarms, bells, and horns to identify and respond to potential threats and emergency system notifications
- Creative problem-solver
- Consistent attention to detail
- Calm and decisive analysis and leadership under stress
- Ability to motivate and manage people
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Professional, cooperative, and courteous manner
- Commitment to confidentiality and the school’s mission
- Active driver’s license
- Experience in independent or K–12 schools, including age-appropriate safety training
Maret’s dynamic community and campus in the midst of Washington, DC, create a unique learning environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Expert teachers inspire students to think both creatively and analytically, seek out multiple perspectives, work hard, and make time for joy as they tackle our challenging curriculum and explore artistic and athletic pursuits. The school’s mission, core values, and educational philosophy ground and guide our work.
Our community strives for equity and inclusion in every aspect of school life. Maret School stands firmly behind the principle that the admission of students, the employment of faculty, the operation of programs, and the governance of the school be open to all who are qualified regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or creed. We believe that this principle is both firmly grounded in the spirit of American democracy and in keeping with the civil responsibilities of an independent school.
All adults on campus are role models for our students and are considered part of the faculty. Every Maret employee must abide by our code of conduct.
To apply, please send a cover letter and résumé BY EMAIL ONLY to tholloway@maret.org. Unfortunately, we will not be able to respond personally to every applicant. You will hear from us only if your experience matches our current needs.
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