Director of School Safety & Emergency Preparedness

KIPP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

KIPP Texas Public Schools seeks a Director of School Safety to design and manage a statewide safety and emergency management program across Texas. You will align safety practices with legal requirements, build cross-functional teams, and partner with law enforcement and emergency management agencies to protect students and staff.

You will oversee data-driven safety improvements, lead statewide safety committees, and ensure proactive risk mitigation while coordinating with district leadership and

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive leadership in school safety, emergency management, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement and external partners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Owns design and continuous improvement of statewide safety program.
• Leads district safety committees and coordinates with external agencies.
• Designs and delivers safety trainings for staff, students, and stakeholders.
• Ensures compliance with SB11 and HB 496 mandates.
• Generates safety data analytics to guide decisions for leadership.
• Oversees emergency drills, after-action reviews, and crisis response.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Safety program design

Stakeholder collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Sentinel

Silent Panic Alert Technology

Visitor management

Job description

KIPP Texas Public Schools seeks a Director of School Safety to design and manage a statewide safety and emergency management program across Texas. You will align safety practices with legal requirements, build cross-functional teams, and partner with law enforcement and emergency management agencies to protect students and staff.

You will oversee data-driven safety improvements, lead statewide safety committees, and ensure proactive risk mitigation while coordinating with district leadership and