Safety and Compliance Officer

Florida Institute of Technology•Melbourne, FL

About The Position

The Safety and Compliance Officer conducts inspections and ensures safety equipment, supplies, and related campus items are maintained in good working order. The position inspects fire safety equipment across campus buildings and properties and enforces safety and security practices for employees, students, visitors, and University facilities. The Officer serves on the Florida Tech Safety Committee and represents the department at safety meetings. Responsibilities include inspecting fire extinguishers, AED units, first aid supplies, and campus lighting reports; completing or following up on work orders; conducting emergency management systems testing; enforcing University security policies; monitoring surveillance cameras and fire alarms; maintaining and communicating documentation, including incident reports; and inspecting, securing, and monitoring facilities for fire, property damage, or other irregularities. The role also supports related projects and initiatives.

Requirements

Two years’ experience using fire alarms and a basic understanding of fire systems.
State of Florida D and G License.
Valid Florida driver’s license and a good driving record as determined by Florida Tech guidelines.
One year of experience safeguarding life and property.
Certifications in Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS-100 for Schools), Introduction to Incident Command System (ICS for Higher Education), Multi-hazard Emergency Planning for Schools (IS-00362.a), Active Shooter (IS-00907), Basic Workplace Security Awareness (IS-00906), and Workplace Violence Awareness (IS-00106.13).

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections of safety equipment, supplies, and related campus items to ensure they are in good working order.
Inspect fire safety equipment in all campus buildings and properties.
Enforce safety and security practices for employees, students, visitors, and University facilities.
Serve as a member of the Florida Tech Safety Committee and represent the department at safety meetings.
Inspect fire extinguishers, AED units, first aid supplies, and campus lighting reports.
Complete and/or follow up on work orders to ensure safety equipment remains in good working order and work is completed satisfactorily.
Conduct emergency management systems testing.
Enforce University security policies for students, employees, outside vendors, and visitors.
Monitor safety equipment, including surveillance cameras and fire alarms.
Generate and maintain accurate documentation, including incident reports, and communicate it as required.
Inspect, secure, and monitor University facilities to detect fire, property damage, or other irregularities.
Participate in related projects and initiatives.