The Position
Loudoun County, Virginia, is seeking a goal-oriented strategic thinker to lead and direct the County’s emergency management preparedness, operations, recovery, and safety and security functions as the Office Director of Emergency Management, Safety, and Security (Office Director). Operating within the Office of the County Administrator, the Office Director serves as a core member of the executive leadership team and oversees three primary functional areas: countywide emergency management, organization-wide occupational safety services, and physical security for approximately 300 County facilities and properties. In addition to guiding threat, hazard, resilience planning, and logistical support for significant events, the Office Director oversees occupational safety and health coordination, and contracted facility security, including enhanced personal protection services for the County elected officials and staff.
This position reports directly to the County Administrator through a Deputy County Administrator, who oversees the County’s public safety portfolio, and works closely with the County Administrator and Assistant County Administrator along with other senior leaders. The Office Director guides and advises executive leadership on strategies to strengthen security, workplace safety, and emergency planning and response capabilities. The Office Director collaborates with public safety and non-public safety Department Directors across the Loudoun County organization as well as counterparts in the national capital region. The position carries full administrative and fiscal responsibility for the Office's operations which has three units: emergency management, safety, and administration. The Office Director has three direct reports – Deputy Coordinator of Emergency Management, Safety and Security Supervisor, and Administrative Manager – who oversee each unit. Serving as a trusted advisor and spokesperson on complex operational matters, the Director develops and refines policies, processes, and procedures across all areas of the portfolio, oversees accurate data reporting and contract administration, and addresses inquiries with discretion, navigating sensitive security information and dynamics to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
The Office Director leads a service-oriented team, promoting sound decision-making at all levels and cultivating an inclusive and equitable workplace culture that motivates staff to achieve results. Through strong internal and external alignment across County leadership, peer departments, and public and private partners, the Office Director advances County preparedness and internal safety and security capabilities.
Qualifications
A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, emergency management, criminal justice, security management, or a related field, and seven years of directly related, progressively responsible work experience in emergency management, safety and security, and/or public safety, including two years in a supervisory or management role, is required.
Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree and supervisory or management experience in a complex and dynamic government setting. Virgina Professional Emergency Manager (VaPEM) or Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation also preferred. Because this position fulfills an emergency response role, the selected candidate must be available to respond to emergency events after hours and on weekends and attend evening Board of Supervisors meetings and special events as needed. In addition, the position will be required to staff the County’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies and will be subject to recall 24 hours a day/seven (7) days a week.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for the Office Director of Emergency Management, Safety, and Security is $122,044 - $231,883 with an expected hiring range between $180,000 - $210,000, commensurate with executive qualifications and experience. Loudoun County offers a comprehensive benefits package. Relocation expenses may be covered up to $8000 in accordance with the County’s relocation policy. The successful candidate will undergo a comprehensive background check to include criminal, credit and DMV checks.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning December 30, 2026.