Executive Director, Statewide School Safety & Security

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 121,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Center for School Safety in Maryland is seeking an Executive Director to provide nationwide strategic vision, leadership, and operational administration for MCSS. The role directs the implementation of all statutory mandates under the Maryland Safe to Learn Act, and oversees grant programs, staff, and statewide safety initiatives.

The Executive Director will foster interagency collaboration, advise the School Safety Subcabinet, and represent MCSS before the Governor, the

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressive administrative/management experience in safety-related context.
• At least two years supervising professional staff.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Education, Criminal Justice, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for MCSS and regional operations.
• Oversees agency fiscal operations, budget, personnel allocations and grants portfolio.
• Represents MCSS to the Governor, legislature, and interagency partners.
• Drives statewide programs, policy implementation, and cross‑agency collaboration.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Policy development

Staff supervision

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

The Maryland Center for School Safety in Maryland is seeking an Executive Director to provide nationwide strategic vision, leadership, and operational administration for MCSS. The role directs the implementation of all statutory mandates under the Maryland Safe to Learn Act, and oversees grant programs, staff, and statewide safety initiatives.

The Executive Director will foster interagency collaboration, advise the School Safety Subcabinet, and represent MCSS before the Governor, the