posted 7/18/2025 through 8/1/2025 or until filled
Pierpont Community & Technical College Job Description
JOB TITLE: Manager, Safety, Security, & Facilities
AGENCY: Pierpont Community and Technical College
WORK LOCATION: Pierpont Advanced Technology Center, 500 Galliher Drive, Fairmont, West Virginia 26554
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Finance & Administration
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Nonclassified
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GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Vice President for Finance & Administration, the Manager of Safety, Security, & Facilities provides oversight for the safety operation and compliance, the facilities management operations and the College’s security department. The Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the college’s safety and security operations and emergency preparedness for all campus locations and provides technical guidance, training, and inspection/risk analysis services to staff and students to provide compliance with federal, state, and local agency’s standards and regulations.
The Manager, Safety, Security, & Facilities establishes procedures for maintenance, repair and/or replacement of college facilities, grounds, systems equipment, and enforces fire and safety policy and procedures; directs facilities management operations and assists with the future planning of college facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead, plan, organize, manage, and direct all activities of campus safety and security in accordance with college procedures and policy on all College campuses.
Continuously monitor and improve campus safety and security using a mixture of human interaction and technology (mass notification system, access controls, cameras, etc.).
Inspect facilities to identify risk exposures relative to life safety and fire prevention, develop control measures, and implement corrective action plans.
Review and continuously improve a security and all hazards response and recovery plan to enable the college to address a wide variety of natural and man-made disasters. Evaluate and improve disaster control designs, methods, procedures and programs.
Develop, implement, and coordinate emergency preparedness drills such as adverse weather and fire as well as man-made events such as active shooter threats.
Assist faculty and staff in updating and maintaining chemical inventory and MSDS files.
Work in coordination with faculty, staff, and contracted employees to monitor, evaluate, and report student conduct.
Update and maintain policies and procedures relating to safety/security.
Ensure college compliance with all state and federal laws, including the Clery Act and Title IX. Prepare and submit reports and documentation for the college’s administration and for local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Analyze intelligence concerning campus safety, provide timely reports to appropriate internal and external stakeholders regarding potential and actual safety and security concerns, and propose proactive and responsive measures to address such concerns.
Maintain awareness of all applicable local, state, and federal laws related to campus safety and security in higher education.
Serve as liaison between the college and emergency response agencies such as Marion and Harrison County Emergency Management and FEMA.
Directs and inspects facilities for regulatory compliance;
Assesses and monitors facility repairs to ensure cost effectiveness; establishes criteria for repair versus replacement of facilities;
Develops and implements department’s strategic plan in accordance with College’s overall
strategic plan;
Creates, implements, and maintains department repair and capital improvement budgets; provides compliance with budgetary constraints; and forecasts and plans facility improvements;
Plans, develops and prioritizes projects and weekly work plans; provides that materials are ordered, projects are designed and planned, and monies are available;
Maintains current knowledge in the field of facilities management, maintenance, safety, and security
Establishes, implements and updates facility, safety, and security related policies and procedures; complies with federal, state and local laws and regulations; follows all safety precautions/standards and College policies and procedures;
Represents the College and/or the department on committees and professional organization membership(s);
Provides compliance with applicable building and safety codes, hazardous waste disposal, OSHA, hazardous materials, etc;
Performs other relevant duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of all phases of physical plant operation, maintenance and repair, planning, scheduling, management and administration of the plant; federal, state, and local regulation safety practices, record keeping, and report writing experience;
Technical knowledge and skills in working with air-conditioning and heating systems;
Knowledge and experience with state and local safety, fire, construction, and public access regulations experience; an understanding of blueprints and building codes; experience developing cost estimates and budgets;
Ability to communicate effectively utilizing interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public;
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely in presenting ideas and concepts both in verbal and written form, including preparation of legible and accurate security reports;
Skill in areas of budgeting and financial administration;
General management and organizational skills
Flexibility and ability to cope with several tasks simultaneously as required;
Computer literate in Windows environment;
Must be physically and mentally fit to respond to emergency situations.
Demonstrated ability to implement a comprehensive safety/security and emergency response plan.
Extensive knowledge of hazard/risk analysis to apply federal and local regulations to address moderate to highly complex health/safety and security issues.
In-depth understanding of state and local government disaster recovery protocols.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field and minimum of five years’ experience relating to safety/security, emergency preparedness, fire prevention and/or occupational safety or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
May require strenuous lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, climbing, walking.
Exposure to potentially hazardous chemical solutions
Exposure to inclement weather.
May require being on 24-hour emergency call.
DISCLAIMER:
This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities assigned by their supervisor. Most requirements are subject to possible modification in order to provide a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the general public.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Commission and Council provide a collegial and respectful environment that values the contributions all staff.