Director of Public Safety Training & Programs

Collin College; Maryland; On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin College seeks a forward-thinking leader to manage the Public Safety Training Center and provide academic oversight to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Education programs, in alignment with college policy and accrediting standards.

You will drive curriculum planning, program evaluation, and strategic initiatives to enhance student success and workforce readiness while partnering across departments to support institutional priorities.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and five (5) years of related experience in law enforcement or the fire service.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Maintain current license or certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Public Safety Training Center and academic programs contained within, including organization, administration, periodic review and evaluation.
• Coordinate curriculum planning and development with faculty.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the public safety programs while contributing to institutional initiatives to advance student success.
• Participate in strategic planning at the college level and maintain experiential affiliation agreements and partnerships.
• Coordinate with facilities and budget planning to ensure efficient program operations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Strategic planning

Cross-department collaboration

Project management

Education program oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Collin College seeks a forward-thinking leader to manage the Public Safety Training Center and provide academic oversight to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Education programs, in alignment with college policy and accrediting standards.

You will drive curriculum planning, program evaluation, and strategic initiatives to enhance student success and workforce readiness while partnering across departments to support institutional priorities.