Campus Safety & Emergency Coordinator

Dripping Springs ISD; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Dripping Springs ISD is seeking a Safety Specialist to provide day-to-day security at an assigned campus and oversee safety protocols across the district.

You will respond to threats, patrol campuses, assist with traffic control, and conduct safety audits. The role requires expertise in emergency management, firearms proficiency, and strong communication with staff and law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university, preferred.
• Honorably retired peace officer, preferred.
• Coursework, training, certification or experience in emergency management, law enforcement, public safety, school safety and security, or related discipline.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas license to carry.
• Ability to obtain L3 Psychological Clearance prior to employment.
• Ability to successfully complete Texas School Marshal course.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and immediately address any active threat incident on campus.
• Patrol assigned campus and be visible throughout the day, especially during passing periods, lunch periods, drop-off and pick-up.
• Assist with traffic control and be visible during drop-off and pickup.
• Conduct frequent exterior and interior door sweeps to ensure all doors are locked, closed, and functioning properly.
• Promote and reinforce district policies and procedures relating to safety and security.
• Demonstrate and maintain firearms proficiency as determined by the district.
• Provide security coverage at campus or district special events and functions, including evenings and weekends.
• Utilize district security cameras to review incidents and/or save video footage as required or instructed.
• Serve as a resource to campus in areas of safety, security, and emergency preparedness.
• Assist in conducting required Safety and Security audits and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Develop and coordinate Campus Emergency Planning Team and establish emergency protocols.
• Complete incident reports and other documents as required or directed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide regular training and support campus staff on safety.

Skills

Safety procedures

Emergency management

Firearms proficiency

Communication skills

Public relations

Training skills

Security technology

Policy interpretation

District coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas driver’s license

Texas license to carry

L3 Psychological Clearance

Texas School Marshal course

Honorably retired peace officer

Tools

Security video systems

Incident reporting systems

Firearms operation

Job description

Dripping Springs ISD is seeking a Safety Specialist to provide day-to-day security at an assigned campus and oversee safety protocols across the district.

You will respond to threats, patrol campuses, assist with traffic control, and conduct safety audits. The role requires expertise in emergency management, firearms proficiency, and strong communication with staff and law enforcement.