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Carlow University

Chief of Police

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

The Chief of Police chairs the Campus Safety Committee and the Parking Appeals Board, and is responsible for protecting related entities on campus, including The Campus Lab School of Carlow ...

Carlow University

Chief of Police

Pittsburgh, PA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

The Chief of Police chairs the Campus Safety Committee and the Parking Appeals Board, and is responsible for protecting related entities on campus, including The Campus Lab School of Carlow ...

The GEO Group

Chief of Security

Boca Raton, FL

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

GEO Group

Chief of Security

Winton, NC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

The GEO Group

Chief of Security

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

City of New York

Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

The NYC Office of Community Safety advances a whole-of-government approach to violence prevention ... The Chief of Staff serves as the Commissioner's principal advisor and leads the Office of the ...

City of New York

Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K/yr

The NYC Office of Community Safety advances a whole-of-government approach to violence prevention ... The Chief of Staff serves as the Commissioner's principal advisor and leads the Office of the ...

GEO Group

Chief of Security

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

City of New York

Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

The NYC Office of Community Safety advances a whole-of-government approach to violence prevention ... The Chief of Staff serves as the Commissioner's principal advisor and leads the Office of the ...

The GEO Group

Chief of Security

Winton, NC · On-site

$105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

The GEO Group, Inc.

Chief of Security

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

The GEO Group

Chief of Security

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that security personnel receive on-the-job security and safety training. * The Chief of Security develops policies relating to security operations, makes revisions to current policies as ...

City of New York

Deputy Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY

The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of ... The Deputy Chief of Staff must be able to work independently while maintaining close alignment with ...

City of New York

Deputy Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY

$150K - $175K/yr

The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of ... The Deputy Chief of Staff must be able to work independently while maintaining close alignment with ...

City of New York

Deputy Chief of Staff

Manhattan, NY · On-site

The NYC Office of Community Safety (OCS) advances a whole-of-government approach to violence ... The Deputy Chief of Staff reports to the Chief of Staff and serves as a key strategic and ...

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How much do chief of safety jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief of safety in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chief of safety do?

A Chief of Safety is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of safety within an organization. This includes developing safety policies, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, conducting risk assessments, and leading incident investigations. They work to create a culture of safety, provide training to staff, and implement programs to prevent accidents and injuries. Their role is critical in minimizing workplace hazards and ensuring the well-being of employees.

How does a chief of safety typically collaborate with other departments to ensure a comprehensive safety culture?

A Chief of Safety works closely with leaders from operations, human resources, facilities, and compliance to integrate safety protocols into all aspects of the organization. This often involves regular meetings, joint training sessions, and cross-departmental audits to identify and mitigate risks proactively. Effective collaboration ensures that safety policies are practical, widely understood, and consistently applied, fostering an organization-wide commitment to safety. Additionally, the Chief of Safety often leads incident investigations with input from relevant teams to drive continuous improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief of safety?

To thrive as a Chief of Safety, you need a strong background in occupational health and safety, risk management, and compliance, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications such as CSP or NEBOSH. Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS), incident reporting software, and regulatory standards like OSHA is essential. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication skills help drive safety culture and engage diverse teams. These abilities are crucial for preventing workplace incidents, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a safe environment for all employees.

What is the difference between Chief Of Safety vs Safety Manager?

AspectChief Of SafetySafety Manager
CertificationsOSHA, CSP, ASPOSHA, CSP, ASP
Work EnvironmentStrategic safety planning, policy developmentImplementing safety protocols, daily safety oversight
Employer & Industry UsageExecutives, large corporations, industrial sectorsMid-level management, construction, manufacturing

The Chief Of Safety typically holds a higher strategic role, focusing on safety policies and compliance at an organizational level, while the Safety Manager handles daily safety operations and enforcement. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in maintaining workplace safety, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Chief Of Safety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,409 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Chief of Safety and Technology Services

City Schools Of Decatur

Decatur, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Administration
Date Posted:
5/20/2026
Location:
City Schools of Decatur
POSITION TITLE: Chief of Safety & Technology Services
DEPARTMENT: Information Services
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK SCHEDULE: 225 days
DATE REVIEWED: 5/2026
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, shall appoint this position. The annual period of service for this position shall be 225 days.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: To plan, administer, and supervise the implementation of physical safety, cybersecurity, data, and technology in the school system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
Maintenance and Strategic Planning for IT & Safety infrastructure
  1. Provides leadership to align technology and safety programs with school district initiatives, policies and strategic objectives.
  2. Leads the development and implementation of technology and safety plans and procedures in accordance with state and federal requirements and Board policies.
  3. Leads, guides, and oversees technology and safety budgeting. Pursues and ensures compliant use of multiple funding mechanisms, including general funds, E-Rate, E-SPLOST, capital bonds, and grants.
  4. Directs the day-to-day operations of the district's technology and safety programs, including network and infrastructure operations, telecommunications, physical security, cybersafety, support services, interoperable data systems, instructional technology, end-user device fleets, training, project and change management, and related areas.
  5. Leads the full lifecycle of technology and safety systems, including needs assessment, specification gathering, solicitation, procurement, implementation, support, monitoring, evaluation, and sunset.
  6. Leads and guides the design, establishment, and maintenance of the organizational structure and staffing required to effectively accomplish the district's technology and safety goals and objectives.
  7. Supports the superintendent and executive leadership in the examination and definition of objectives for existing and/or proposed technology and safety systems.
  8. Maintains knowledge and understanding of current and developing technology and safety systems.
  9. Develops and monitors technology and security standards and KPIs.
  10. Supervises and provides leadership to the Director of Safety & Security, Director of Data Systems, coordinators, and specialists in the division. In collaboration with other division leaders and principals, supports instructional technology coaches and librarians.
  11. Maintains up-to-date system-wide technology inventory and profiles of all district technology resources, and ensures on-time and accurate annual submission of state technology inventory.

Expected Dispositions and Behaviors
  1. Visionary leadership
  2. Deep understanding and ability to lead collaborative navigation of the complex interdependencies and tensions between technology, physical and cyber safety, whole-child student wellness, and student learning outcomes
  3. Ability to understand organizational needs and find innovative solutions to meet these needs
  4. Provide prompt attention to customer needs
  5. Ability to influence and positively impact executive, technology, and safety professionals
  6. Open and accepting of feedback from stakeholders
  7. Strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities
  8. Ability to effectively coordinate work and communication across all user and ability levels
  9. Ability to share difficult concepts or practices with various audiences
  10. Successful track record in visioning, planning, and managing projects from inception through the development lifecycle
  11. Ensures adherence to excellent safety procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises technology staff and interns.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security or related field
  • Three years of experience in supervision, management, or oversight of Information Technology activities for an organization of 500 - 1,500 employees
  • Prior experience in formalizing individual department budgets

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security or related field
  • Five years of experience in supervision, management, or oversight of Information Technology activities for an educational organization of 500 - 1,500 employees
  • Prior administrative experience in a public school setting
  • COSN Certified Educational Technology Leader or equivalent credential

EVALUATION: Performance of this job shall be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of classified personnel.
WORK HOURS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position may require non-standard work hours (nights and limited occasional weekends) and the ability to lift and carry files and materials up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to move freely throughout the building and sit for prolonged periods of time. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to interact with people in writing, over the phone and in person are required. Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

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