Manager - Security Systems

Douglas County School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

Critical illness insurance

Retirement plan options (401(k), 403(b

457 plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District in Colorado seeks a Manager of Security Systems to lead the district’s security technology infrastructure, supervise staff, and ensure reliable operation of security networks, cameras, access control, and alarm systems.

This role directs collaboration with district and school administrators, coordinates emergency communications testing, oversees procurement and contracting for security tech, and provides hands-on leadership to maintain safety across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, MIS or Mathematics required.
• CCNA Certification (Cisco) required or highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with district and school administrators to align security infrastructure with the District Strategic plan.
• Develop and implement testing of normal and emergency communication devices for preparedness.
• Collaborate with IT Managers to develop project management policies for IT projects.
• Maintain security and law enforcement databases for investigations and district discipline.
• Provide training for Security staff on alarm monitoring, CCTV, access control, and onsite response.
• Supervise staff in developing and supporting district-wide security infrastructure.
• Oversee procurement, contracting, and security of district technology infrastructure 24/7.

Skills

CCNA Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Job description

Manager - Security Systems## Job Description:Plans, organizes, and manages staff and overall security systems to ensure the stable operation of the DCSD Security infrastructure. Schedules and directs activities to resolve hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion and supports the District’s standards for student achievement and safety through the use of innovative, efficient and effective technology infrastructure. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):## Responsibilities:--- Collaborate with department, district and school administrators to align technology infrastructure strategies and architectures with the District Strategic plan for establishing a world-class educational environment.--- Develop and implement periodic testing of normal and emergency communication devices to maintain adequate level of emergency preparedness in conjunction with state and local emergency response agencies.--- Collaborate with IT Managers to develop project management policies and tools for the delivery of successful IT projects. Gather metrics and implement changes to improve department performance.--- Maintain various databases for District security and law enforcement records to provide accurate and timely production of evidence for criminal investigations and District disciplinary measures.--- Develop and implement training for District Security staff regarding alarm monitoring, closed circuit camera systems, access control systems, communication systems and onsite response to troubles and alarms to ensure efficient and effective response to requests for service.--- Provide direct supervision of staff in the development, implementation and support of District-wide security infrastructure technology including standards, processes, support structure, team building, continuous process improvements, project adoption and innovative technical infrastructure architectures (servers, storage, network, cameras, etc.).--- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.--- Oversee management, procurement, contracting, and security of district technology infrastructure, monitor alarm status of facilities and systems, analyze and determine the cause of any problems or malfunctions and recommend solutions to be implemented to ensure the protection of District properties and assets 24 hours per day.--- Provide strategic and tactical technology leadership, expertise and support to department and district personnel, in the effective use and implementation of security technology infrastructure.## **Work Experience:**## Certifications:CCNA Certification - Cisco## Education:Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science, Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Bachelor's Degree: Management Information Systems, Bachelor's Degree: Mathematics## Skills:## Position Type:Regular## Primary Location:West Building E - Nutrition Services and Security## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:40## FTE:1.00## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:260 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$68,325.64 USD Annual## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$85,914.41 USD Annual## Full Salary Range:$68,325.64 USD - $103,503.19 USD Annual* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. There is also a voluntary 403(b) savings plan with up to 4% District match for up to 5 years from date of hire.## Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid off-track, sick and personal time.## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:December 10, 2026