Director of Safety and Security

Join Ball-Chatham School District as the Director of Safety and Security – Lead Safety, Protect Our Schools

Ball-Chatham School District is seeking an experienced public safety professional to serve as Director of Safety and Security. This leadership role oversees district-wide safety initiatives and works collaboratively with administrators, local law enforcement, and emergency response partners to ensure a secure learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

This position is well suited for an experienced public safety leader who is passionate about protecting others and serving the community while helping support safe, welcoming schools.

• Applications will be accepted through Monday, July 6, 2026
• Anticipated first-round interviews:
  July 9-10, 2026

Apply your experience to support student safety, mentor young people, and help schools remain secure and supportive places to learn.

• Continue your public service in a meaningful way.
• Collaborative leadership environment.
• Strong community partnerships.
• Join a respected district.

Starting Salary: $76, commensurate with experience.

2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension system
• Paid holidays and leave benefits
• Professional development opportunities

Calendar: 260-day work year with a predictable schedule compared to traditional law enforcement shifts

• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, corrections, school safety, emergency management, military police, or a closely related public safety or security field
• Supervisory or command experience preferred
• School safety, SRO, or emergency management experience strongly preferred
• Strong leadership, crisis management, and communication skills
• Ability to pass fingerprint criminal background and DCFS background checks

Apply today to help support the safety and well-being of the Ball-Chatham school community!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the job identified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ball-Chatham provides equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their race; color; creed; religion; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; age; ancestry; marital status; arrest record; military status; order of protection status; unfavorable military discharge; citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States; use of lawful products while not at work; being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, or gender violence;

genetic information; physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories.