Job Summary:

The Safety and Physical Security Coordinator oversees and enforces the safety and physical security programs for the plant.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Organizes and oversees the work and schedules of the security team.
• Assists with performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Conducts daily inspections of each area of the plant, assessing and ensuring compliance with all applicable company and government safety, health, and security regulations and procedures.
• Inspects fire extinguishers each month; inspects all other fire protection equipment to ensure the equipment is in proper working order.
• Maintains files and documentation related to security operations.
• Maintains files and documentation related to safety inspections and operations.
• Oversees permit processes, issuing special permits for regulated activities such as enclosed space entry, welding operations (explosives), and transport of hazardous supplies and materials.
• Develops and implements safety and security programs; provides required training on new programs and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable government compliance regulations, which may include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Defense (DOD), and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF) regulations.
• Accompanies agency staff such as staff conducting safety, fire, and physical audits, throughout the facility; assists with audit process as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agency staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports, permits, and training records.
• Thorough understanding of all applicable government safety and security regulations.

Education and Experience:

• At least ten years of safety management experience some of which should include directing physical or DOD security programs.
• Some experience administering employment policies and procedures required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel throughout facility to conduct safety inspections.