Director, Campus Security

The Principia

. Provide strategic and operational leadership for Campus Security, student and community safety, customer service, asset protection, and security operations .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesLead💰 $91,820 - $103,298 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in campus security leadership, emergency management, and policy implementation, with a strong focus on safety practices and community engagement. Proven ability to manage security operations, staff training, and emergency response coordination effectively.

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Campus Security LeadershipEmergency ManagementStaff Training and DevelopmentIncident Response CoordinationSecurity Policy Implementation

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Hard Skills

Campus PatrolTraffic ControlIncident DocumentationEmergency Preparedness TrainingSecurity InvestigationsPhysical Security ManagementAccess ControlVisitor ManagementEmergency Response PlanningBudget Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationSituational AwarenessJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Raptor Emergency ManagementEmergency Management SystemsSecurity CamerasAccess Control SystemsVisitor Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

St. Louis City and County Security Officer LicenseFirst Aid CertificationCPR/AED CertificationStop the Bleed Certification

Industry Keywords

Campus SecurityEmergency ManagementLaw EnforcementCorporate InvestigationsSafety Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic and operational leadership for Campus Security, student and community safety, customer service, asset protection, and security operations
Lead, develop, schedule, and train Campus Security staff
Maintain effective coverage and consistent implementation of policies, procedures, and safety practices, including 24/7 coverage when boarding students or overnight campers are present
Perform Campus Security Officer duties including campus patrol, arrival and dismissal traffic control, event traffic and parking control, incident response, and direct security coverage
Oversee and participate in security-related investigations, response, documentation, and coordination with School leadership, Workplace Safety, law enforcement, and other partners
Lead security and emergency response efforts as Incident Commander
Coordinate responses to significant incidents, weather emergencies, fire alarms, and other campus emergencies
Develop, review, and implement security policies, procedures, and standards
Oversee campus access, physical security, emergency management systems, visitor management, security cameras, access control, front gate operations, excluded-person protocols, and related technologies including Raptor
Maintain relationships with law enforcement, fire departments, emergency management agencies, and first responders
Support the Continuity of Operations Plan and serve on the COOP and Safety Committees
Collaborate on institutional emergency preparedness and Raptor emergency-management processes
Coordinate security support for residential and overnight programs, boarding students, camps, and other overnight activities
Develop and coordinate security drills, emergency preparedness training, and safety assessments
Ensure Campus Security staff maintain required training and certifications
Lead an annual internal campus safety and security assessment and coordinate an external assessment every three years
Oversee departmental budget planning, security resources, vehicles, equipment, and readiness
Ensure required security officer licensing and training standards are maintained
Serve as the 24/7 on-call Campus Security leadership contact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, emergency management, or a related field
At least nine years of relevant professional experience in security, law enforcement, emergency management, corporate investigations, or a closely related field
At least five years of supervisory or management experience
Equivalent relevant education and experience may be considered
Ability to obtain and maintain required St. Louis City and County security officer licenses/certifications
Ability to obtain and maintain current First Aid, CPR/AED, and Stop the Bleed certifications
Ability to perform physical requirements including outdoor work, extended standing and walking, vehicle and pedestrian traffic direction, campus patrol, incident response, and rapid movement during emergencies
Must live within 30 minutes of the St. Louis campus
Ability to respond to significant campus emergencies outside regularly scheduled working hours
Ability to handle emergencies, high-pressure situations, and difficult or confrontational interactions with sound judgment, situational awareness, discretion, and confidentiality
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with students, employees, families, visitors, and external emergency response partners
Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements
Student of Christian Science preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

90% discount on tuition for eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded; pro-rated for part-time staff)
Relocation reimbursement of up to 12% of annual salary when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles
Professional development opportunities, training programs, and career growth support
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
Paid time off
403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching