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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, School Safety Officers, and local law enforcement partners to ensure a secure learning environment for students, staff, and visitors.

This position is well suited for an experienced or retiring law enforcement professional who wants to continue serving the community while helping support safe, welcoming schools.

Qualifications

• Active or retired law enforcement officer required
• Minimum of 10 years of law enforcement or equivalent security experience
• 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
• Legal authority to carry a firearm on district property, as permitted by law and administration

Salary/Benefits

Starting Pay Rate: $76,000-96,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: 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

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/bcsd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=4831

Email Address

HR-Payroll@bcsd5.org

School District

https://www.chathamschools.org/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

7/6/2026