Security and Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Responsibilities

• Tactical maintenance of ERT readiness (equipment, documentation, training schedules).
• Support execution of drills/exercises and participate in after-action reviews.
• Maintain ER plans and documentation; update records under direction of the Manager.
• Provide technical support during emergency responses (ERT/IC support).
• Care for fire protection systems and emergency equipment (coordinate inspection, testing, and maintenance; log impairments, maintain permits, and follow up on repair actions).
• Support access control and badging processes; monitor system functionality.
• Aid in documenting and tracking security incidents.
• Support compliance tasks such as drills, documentation updates, and access audits.
• Prepare and submit documentation and evidence for audits (e.g., VPP, regulatory, etc.).
• Afford assistance with corrective action tracking and closure documentation.
• Maintain required regulatory records (ITPM logs, ER equipment inventories, security logs, etc.) for accuracy, proper retention, and timely updates.
• Influence cross-functional collaboration and leadership by providing technical advice and support to Operations and Maintenance for emergency readiness activities.
• Afford assistance with ERT training logistics, scheduling, and communications.
• Participate in community/agency coordination activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; relevant technical coursework preferred.
• 5 –10 years industrial experience.
• 3 – 7 years in emergency response, fire protection, and/or security roles; industrial environment.
• Basic knowledge of fire protection systems and NFPA standards.
• Familiarity with OSHA and emergency preparedness regulations.
• Fire Responder experience required.
• EMS experience preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain detailed documentation.
• Good organization, prioritization, and reliability.
• Calm, disciplined presence under pressure.