Safety & Security Manager

Adams And Associates Inc; Glenmont (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenmont Job Corps Center is seeking a Safety & Security Manager to lead the Center’s Safety & Security Department, oversee daily operations, investigations, and OSHA compliance. You will supervise staff, coordinate training, and ensure a safe campus for students and staff.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least three years in safety or security leadership, OSHA certification, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in military, law enforcement, and/or safety management.
• OSHA Certification required.
• Valid in-state driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Safety & Security Team with daily direction and staffing.
• Oversee center-wide safety inspections, access control, and visitor procedures.
• Investigate incidents, document findings, and determine corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain safety documentation and annual safety plans.
• Coordinate training and professional development for Safety & Security staff and collaborate with Center departments.

Skills

Leadership

Incident Investigation

Safety Management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree (preferred)

Related safety/security certifications

Job description

NOW HIRING: Safety & Security ManagerGlenmont Job Corps Center | Lead With Confidence. Protect Our Community. Make an Impact.Are you an experienced safety, security, military, or law enforcement professional ready to bring your leadership skills into a role with purpose?Do you know how to stay calm under pressure, lead a team, investigate incidents, identify potential risks, and create an environment where people feel safe?Glenmont Job Corps Center is looking for an experienced Safety & Security Manager to lead our Safety & Security Department.This is more than a traditional security position.As the Safety & Security Manager, you'll oversee the people, procedures, and programs that help keep our students, employees, visitors, buildings, and campus safe.Think of this role as a combination of department leader, safety professional, investigator, trainer, problem-solver, and student advocate.️ What Does the Safety & Security Manager Do?Simply put:You help keep the entire Center safe, prepared, and accountable.You'll lead our Safety & Security team while overseeing day-to-day security operations, accident prevention, incident response, investigations, OSHA compliance, safety inspections, visitor procedures, and student accountability.You'll also work closely with Center leadership and other departments to identify concerns before they become larger problems. What You'll Be Responsible For Lead the Safety & Security TeamYou'll supervise and manage employees within the Safety & Security Department.That includes:Providing daily leadership and directionCoordinating staff schedules and coverageTraining and developing employeesEvaluating employee performanceRecognizing strong performanceAddressing performance concernsParticipating in interviewing and hiringHandling appropriate corrective actionMaintaining adequate coverage throughout the CenterYour goal is to develop a professional, dependable, well-trained team that knows how to respond appropriately when situations arise. Oversee Center Safety & SecurityYou'll help maintain a safe environment across the entire Glenmont Job Corps campus.This includes: Conducting routine safety inspections Overseeing visitor access and security procedures Helping maintain student accountability Identifying safety concerns throughout buildings and grounds ️ Identifying hazards before they lead to accidents Making sure safety concerns are documented and corrected Supporting OSHA and workplace safety requirements Overseeing the Center's Environmental Health ProgramYou'll regularly ask:What could potentially go wrong here—and what can we do now to prevent it? Investigate Incidents & Find SolutionsWhen an accident, safety concern, or serious incident occurs, you'll help determine what happened, why it happened, and what needs to happen next.You'll:Conduct student and staff-related investigationsInterview individuals involved in incidentsGather and review relevant informationDocument findingsComplete required incident and accident reportsTrack follow-up actionsIdentify patterns or recurring concernsRecommend appropriate corrective or preventative measuresThe goal isn't simply to document what happened.It's to help prevent it from happening again.Strong judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail are extremely important in this position. Manage Safety Compliance & ReportingThis role also oversees important administrative and compliance responsibilities.You'll help ensure Glenmont Job Corps follows applicable Department of Labor, Job Corps, company, OSHA, and Center safety requirements.Responsibilities include: Maintaining required safety documentation Coordinating OSHA compliance efforts Reviewing and analyzing safety and security data Managing Significant Incident Report follow-up Preparing required reports and annual safety plans Coordinating the Center Safety Committee Conducting and documenting safety and accident-prevention training Ensuring required inspections and assessments are completedStrong organization is important—you'll need to be comfortable balancing people leadership, campus operations, investigations, documentation, and deadlines. Train Staff to Keep Safety Everyone's ResponsibilityA strong safety program isn't built by one department.You'll help employees throughout the Center understand how they contribute to maintaining a safe environment.You'll conduct and coordinate training related to topics such as:Workplace safetyAccident preventionIncident responseSafety proceduresHazard awarenessCenter safety expectationsOSHA-related requirementsYou'll also help new Safety & Security employees understand their responsibilities and continue developing the skills of existing team members. Safety at Job Corps Is Also About Our StudentsJob Corps serves young adults who are working toward education, career training, independence, and employment.That means this position requires more than enforcing rules.You'll help your team understand how to maintain safety while also treating students with respect, fairness, professionalism, and consistency.You'll help create an environment where students understand:We care about your safety—and we also expect you to be accountable for your choices.You'll work with staff throughout the Center to appropriately respond to student concerns, behavioral situations, emergencies, and other issues that may affect the safety of the campus community. You'll Work Across the Entire CenterSafety touches every department.You'll regularly partner with Center leadership and teams across:Residential LivingCounselingCareer Technical TrainingAcademicsHealth & WellnessHuman ResourcesFacilitiesRecreationStudent ServicesCareer Preparation and Transition ServicesStrong communication and collaboration are essential.You'll need to be someone who can listen, assess a situation, make sound decisions, communicate expectations clearly, and follow through. Who Would Be Great in This Role?This may be a great next step for someone with experience in:️ Safety or security management Law enforcement️ Military service Campus or school safety Security supervision Workplace or occupational safety Investigations Team leadershipYou'll especially thrive in this position if you: Stay calm and think clearly under pressure Are comfortable making difficult decisions Can lead and hold a team accountable Know how to investigate incidents objectively Understand the importance of documentation Can identify potential risks and develop solutions Communicate professionally with different personalities Can balance safety, accountability, and student support Are comfortable training and coaching employees Take confidentiality and integrity seriously Are proactive instead of waiting for problems to happen Want your professional experience to contribute to something meaningful Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of three years of experience in military, law enforcement, and/or safety managementOSHA Certification requiredValid in-state driver's license requiredCandidates must also meet company insurability requirements.Preferred Associate's degree from an accredited institution Related safety, security, emergency management, or law enforcement certifications Physical RequirementsThis is an active leadership position that may require moving throughout the Center and responding to different situations.Candidates should be able to perform duties that may involve:Walking and standingSittingClimbingReachingStooping or crouchingPushing or pullingCarrying equipment or materialsLifting up to 40 pounds or appropriately assessing when assistance is needed Why Bring Your Experience to Glenmont Job Corps?Your experience in safety, security, military service, or law enforcement has taught you how important preparation, accountability, leadership, communication, and sound judgment can be.At Glenmont Job Corps, you can use those skills in a different way.You'll be helping protect an environment where young adults are learning trades, earning credentials, developing independence, and preparing to enter the workforce.What You'll Love:️ Leadership with purpose — Lead an entire Safety & Security operation while supporting a mission focused on young adults. Develop your team — Train, coach, mentor, and strengthen your Safety & Security staff. Use your investigative experience — Review incidents, identify causes, and help prevent future occurrences. Shape Center safety — Help develop a proactive culture where safety is everyone's responsibility. Work across departments — Partner directly with Center leadership and staff throughout the organization. Make an impact on young adults — Help create the safe and structured environment students need to learn, grow, and prepare for their futures.️ You've Protected People. You've Led Teams. Now Bring That Experience Somewhere It Can Shape Futures.If you're an experienced military, law enforcement, safety, or security professional who is ready to take the next step in leadership, we'd love to hear from you.Join Glenmont Job Corps Center as our Safety & Security Manager and help us create a campus where students and staff can learn, work, and grow safely.High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of three years of experience in military, law enforcement, and/or safety managementOSHA Certification requiredValid in-state driver's license requiredCandidates must also meet company insurability requirements.