Safety Support Specialist

with basic troubleshooting of security and safety systems.

This position requires strong attention to detail, database proficiency, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

The ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse, multicultural college community is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

1. Conduct regular inspections of life safety and emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers, AEDs, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, and safety showers.
2. Document inspection results and ensure corrective actions are logged and completed in coordination with the EHS/EM Specialist and Systems Technician.
3. Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of safety and security systems, including alarms, panic buttons, and emergency notification devices.
4. Maintain accurate digital records, databases, and inspection logs to support internal audits and external compliance reporting.
5. Coordinate vendor activities for testing, repairs, and maintenance of life safety and security systems.
6. Support small-scale safety and security projects, including equipment installations, signage updates, and systems testing.
7. Participate in safety drills, emergency preparedness exercises, and alarm testing as part of the College's crisis management and continuity plans.
8. Develop and maintain procedural checklists, inspection schedules, and compliance documentation.
9. Assist in the preparation of OSHA, MOSH, NFPA, and COMAR inspection reports and responses.
10. Provide technical and administrative support to the EHS/EM Specialist and Systems Technician for project coordination, inventory tracking, and documentation.
11. Contribute to departmental initiatives that enhance campus safety awareness, training, and operational efficiency.
12. Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and ensure a safe learning environment.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma/GED
2. Two (2) years of experience in safety inspection, environmental health, compliance documentation, or security systems maintenance.
3. Proficiency with spreadsheets, inspection databases, or other recordkeeping systems.
4. Ability to perform inspections in mechanical, laboratory, and facilities environments.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Associate's Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Information Systems, or related field.
2. Familiarity with OSHA/MOSH, NFPA, and COMAR safety regulations.
3. Experience using electronic inspection tools or systems management software (e.g., Kuali Ready, Lenel, Avigilon, SafetyStratus).
4. Prior experience in higher education, public safety, or government environments.
5. Demonstrated skill in data organization, report generation, and compliance documentation.
6. Ability to coordinate with vendors and multiple internal departments.

Work Schedule:

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Telework Eligible?:

No

Essential Personnel?:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position.

A full list of FCC benefits can be found here: https://publications.hilbgroup.com/FCCBenefitsGuide/

FCC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical insurance, dental and vision plans, waiver of FCC tuition for employee and eligible dependents, tuition reimbursement, generous leave benefits, retirement plans, and more!

Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values engagement and belonging for students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Organization

Frederick Community College (FCC) is a public college accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). FCC is distinguished by its quality and affordability, making it attainable and valuable for local students. Accredited programs, comprehensive instruction, and affordable costs of attendance have made FCC the learning destination for nearly 30,000 graduates since 1957.

In traditional and alternative learning environments, we anticipate and respond to the needs of our local, regional, and global communities. FCC recognizes the different learning needs and preferences of students and offers instruction in flexible learning formats that include day, evening, weekend, online, and hybrid options. In addition, FCC offers current high school students access to college courses through its Open Campus and High School-Based Dual Enrollment programs.

FCC offers 55 associate degree programs and areas of concentration, 39 certificate, and 51 subject areas in continuing education through credit and Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD).

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