Head of School Safety & Facilities Operations

Catholic co; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramus Catholic High School is seeking a Director of School Safety and Operations to lead safety across all facilities and grounds, ensuring secure, efficient operations for daily activities and events.

The role oversees emergency preparedness, security systems, and vendor coordination, reporting to the President and collaborating with senior leadership to uphold safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety/health or facilities management, law enforcement or security training preferred.
• Minimum five years in law enforcement, military or security operations with facilities experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe school climate aligned with Catholic values and the school mission.
• Develop, implement and enforce safety and security policies across facilities.
• Coordinate regular emergency drills with local, state and federal partners.
• Oversee maintenance, security systems, access control, and asset protection.
• Lead security staff scheduling, training and performance reviews.
• Coordinate events, campus operations and safety plans for daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with codes, safety regs and Archdiocesan policies.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Safety regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety and health

Job description

Paramus Catholic High School is seeking a Director of School Safety and Operations to lead safety across all facilities and grounds, ensuring secure, efficient operations for daily activities and events.

The role oversees emergency preparedness, security systems, and vendor coordination, reporting to the President and collaborating with senior leadership to uphold safety and compliance.