Safety Support Specialist

  • $26.94–$29.63 Per Hour

Highlights

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED; at least two (2) years of experience in safety inspection, environmental health, compliance documentation, or security systems maintenance; proficiency with spreadsheets, inspection databases, or other recordkeeping systems; the ability to perform inspections in mechanical, laboratory, and facilities environments; and strong written and verbal communication skills. The following are the functions essential to performing this job: Conduct regular inspections of life safety and emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers, AEDs, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, and safety showers.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMD
Salary$26.94–$29.63 Per Hour

Description

Posting Details

Position Information

Requisition Number AS999P Job Title Safety Support Specialist Pay Rate $26.94 - $29.63 hourly Position Type Support Position Summary

Position Summary:

The Safety Support Specialist supports the environmental health, safety, and physical security functions of Campus Police & Public Safety. The position assists with the inspection, documentation, and coordination of life safety systems, including fire extinguishers, AEDs, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, and related safety infrastructure. This individual provides technical and administrative support for compliance documentation, vendor coordination, and project tracking, while assisting 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

Posting Detail Information

Job Posted Date Closing Date Open Until Filled For Best Consideration 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.

For best consideration, applications should be received by August 10, 2026. Review of applications after this date is not guaranteed.

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED; at least two (2) years of experience in safety inspection, environmental health, compliance documentation, or security systems maintenance; proficiency with spreadsheets, inspection databases, or other recordkeeping systems; the ability to perform inspections in mechanical, laboratory, and facilities environments; and strong written and verbal communication skills. Please indicate below whether you meet these minimum qualifications:
  • Yes, I meet these minimum qualifications.
  • No, I do not meet these minimum qualifications.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  • Other Relevant Document

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