Director - Public Safety Training

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

Job summary

Collin College in McKinney, Texas, seeks a capable leader to manage the Public Safety Training Center and provide academic oversight to Fire Science and Law Enforcement Education programs, ensuring alignment with THECB, SACSCOC, and accreditation standards.

The role focuses on daily operations, curriculum planning, strategic leadership, and compliance, collaborating with the dean of health sciences, faculty, and external partners to advance student success and workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; five (5) years of related experience in law enforcement or the fire service.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Collin College’s mission, state requirements, SACSCOC and accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the Public Safety Training Center and academic programs.
• Coordinate curriculum planning and development with faculty.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for public safety programs and collaborate across departments.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with THECB, SACSCOC, and accreditation standards.
• Maintain program records, accreditation documents, and evaluation processes.
• Participate in fiscal planning and resource management for the center.
• Foster teamwork and participate in professional development and college service.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Staff development

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Five years of related experience in law enforcement or fire service

Job description

Primary Location: 3600 Redbud Blvd., McKinney, Texas, 75069

Job Summary

Manage the Public Safety Training Center and provide academic oversight to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Education programs in conjunction with the dean of health sciences and emergency services and in accordance with college policy. Maintain standards and principles in accordance with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and any applicable program accreditation and local/state regulatory guidelines/standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily operation of the Public Safety Training Center and academic programs contained within, including organization, administration, periodic review and evaluation of programs, continuous quality improvement, and general effectiveness of programs. Coordinate curriculum planning and development with faculty. Provide strategic and operational leadership for the public safety programs while contributing to institutional initiatives and cross-departmental collaboration to advance student success, workforce alignment, and the college’s mission. Participate with the academic/workforce dean and others in strategic and academic cycle planning at the college, division, program, advisory committee, and course levels, including development and maintenance of experiential affiliation agreements, partnerships for tactical training, and experiential partnerships to augment the academic program. Coordinate with facilities to maintain the buildings and surroundings of the center. Participate with the academic/workforce dean in the fiscal planning and management of the Public Safety Training Center and its resources to ensure efficient and effective program operations and course delivery. Maintain regulatory compliance associated with the program's field of practice and education, including implementation of college policy and division and program procedures, compliance with the Texas Higher Education Coordination Board standards, and compliance with appropriate regulatory and educational accreditation standards, including production of accreditation self-study documents and reports. Work with the program coordinators to maintain and preserve accurate and complete program/student records, including curriculum and resource evaluation and development, systematic evaluation, course evaluation, student evaluation, student admission, advisement, progression, graduation, certification, and licensing processes for the program, and accreditation documents to ensure initial and ongoing programmatic accreditation. Participate with the academic/workforce dean in the ongoing, systematic evaluation of the division, program, curriculum, learning resources, and student learning outcomes. Foster positive human relations and teamwork among faculty, staff, and students across all programs, college services, and external agencies and partnerships. Attend and participate in professional development activities and participate in service to the college, including college graduation ceremonies. Supplemental Functions Perform other duties as assigned. Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Collin College’s mission, vision, and strategic goals
• Knowledge of state requirements, SACSCOC and program accreditation requirements
• Knowledge of evaluation processes
• Knowledge of clinical affiliation agreements
• Organizational skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Time management skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Problem-solving and conflict-management skills
• Ability to maintain regulatory compliance
• Ability to determine staff qualifications
• Ability to develop and lead teams
• Ability to network
• Ability to manage a budget
• Ability to develop effective working relationships

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Occasional physical effort required.

Requirements

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.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non‑exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Licenses and Certifications

Maintain current license or certification from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and/or Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

Compensation

Type: Salary

Hiring Minimum $93,629.00

Hiring Maximum $114,181.50

Compensation is determined based on experience.

Employment Type

Full time

Application Deadline

Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed. 11/16/2026

EEO & ADA Statement

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Collin College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Security Sensitive Statement

This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Culture

Should you choose to start your journey with us, you will find yourself immersed in a culture of innovation and growth. Initiatives tied to the college’s master and strategic plans challenge our employees to grow professionally while still feeling supported with training and collaboration.

Benefits

We invite you to explore our competitive benefits today. Grow your career at Collin College today!

Contact Information

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