Director of Safety

Good Shepherd Catholic Parish; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Good Shepherd Catholic Parish is seeking a Director of Safety to lead security efforts across the parish and school, aligning safety practices with a Christ-centered culture of trust and care.

The role requires guiding safety policy, coordinating with police and emergency services, and fostering a proactive safety mindset among staff, volunteers, and students within the Denver area.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in security administration, law enforcement, or related field.
• Experience creating and communicating policy and procedures.
• Experience creating and leading training.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and annually update security plans and procedures.
• Maintain visible campus presence and supervise safety operations.
• Recruit, train, and oversee safety volunteers and conduct drills.

Skills

Security management

Policy development

Communication

Team leadership

Crisis management

Education

College degree in relevant field

Job description

Description

The Director of Safety is an important leader in the Good Shepherd community, enhancing the commitment to providing a safe and secure environment, grounded in a Christ-centered culture of trust, care, and faith, for all individuals interacting with the parish and school. This individual is a steady presence and source of trusted guidance on best practices in safety and security. They are a confident and kind communicator, able to interact with various audiences of all age groups and build meaningful connections within the Good Shepherd and larger Archdiocese and Denver law enforcement communities. The Director is eager to share knowledge and create opportunities for all members of the Good Shepherd community to participate in safety practices and foster a culture of collective care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties - % of time spent

Strategy, policy, and compliance - 40%

Active patrol, supervision, and response - 40%

Training and volunteer management - 20%

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Strategy, Policy, and Compliance

• Develop, implement, and annually update the Campus Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), including relevant aspects of Standard Response Protocol (SRP), RedBag Communication Tool, and PRePARE.
• Establish and maintain Incident Command System (ICS) protocols for school and parish operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, guidance, and best practices.
• Prepare reports/presentations for leadership, safety committees, and (as appropriate) school boards/finance councils.
• Lead hazard mitigation projects (e.g., secure vestibules, door hardening, traffic flow redesign, emergency comms upgrades, etc.).

Active Patrol, Supervision, and Response

• Maintain a visible presence across campus (arrival/dismissal, liturgies, recess, events, athletics, after-care, evening/weekend parish activities) to deter risks and promote safety.
• Monitor radios, cameras, and access control systems; respond to alarms, incidents, and medical needs; complete incident reports and after-action reviews.
• Manage daily opening/closing routines, perimeter checks, and special coverage for high traffic times and special events.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire, and EMS as necessary.
• Maintain a risk register and safety metrics {drills, incidents, training completion, corrective actions).

Training and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, train, schedule, and oversee parent/parish safety volunteers for carline, recess, hall monitoring, events, and Mass.
• Create and deliver annual and recurring, age-appropriate training for faculty, staff, volunteers, and students on emergency procedures (e.g., fire, lockdown, secure, shelter, evacuation, medical emergencies, reunification).
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and document all drills to meet/exceed state and diocesan requirements (e.g., fire, lockdown/ALICE or Run Hide Fight concepts, severe weather).
• Provide or coordinate training in SRP, Stop the Bleed, ICSl basics, radio communications, visitor screening, and duty specific volunteer training.

COMPETENCIES:

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate:
• Certification and high level of skill in handling a concealed weapon, as necessary.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and procedures.
• High level of critical thinking and analytical skills to identify appropriate solutions.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and privileged communications.
• Ability to maintain composure in high stress situations
• Professionalism and ability to communicate with various audiences of all ages.
• Confidence to speak or write clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• 5 years' experience in security administration, law enforcement, or other relevant field.
• Experience creating and communicating policy and procedures.
• Experience creating and leading training.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred

• Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church with a strong desire to serve others.
• Experience recruiting and managing volunteers.
• College degree in relevant field.
• Experience working with Catholic schools/churches.

The position description does not list all of the duties of the job. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this position description. Management has the right to revise this position description at any time. Both you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Salary range: $70,000-80,000