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Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist - Scripps College
Another Source, Claremont, California, United States, 91711
Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist – Scripps College
ID: 102269
Application Deadline: 2/5/2026
Category: Safety
Company: Scripps College
Location: US-CA-Claremont
Overview Another Source’s client, Scripps College, a nationally recognized liberal arts college for women and member of The Claremont Colleges, is recruiting an Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist to support campus safety, preparedness, and risk management. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building programs, leading training, and working cross‑functionally to reduce risk and improve readiness in a higher education environment.
Develop and maintain emergency preparedness, business continuity, and response plans
Design and deliver safety and compliance training across campus
Partner with campus teams to assess and mitigate risk for events and operations
Support insurance coordination, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance
Contribute to campus and consortium‑wide preparedness efforts
On‑site in Claremont, CA
This role offers hands‑on responsibility, campus‑wide impact, and the opportunity to strengthen safety and preparedness at a highly collaborative institution.
About the Department The Risk Management department advances campus safety, regulatory compliance, insurance programs, and emergency preparedness across the college. Working in close partnership with campus departments and The Claremont Colleges Services, the team takes a proactive, collaborative approach to identifying and mitigating risk while supporting safe operations and events.
Summary of the Role Reporting to the Director of Risk Management, the Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist oversees and enhances safety compliance and training programs, develops and maintains emergency preparedness plans, oversees insurance programs, ensures safe event planning and execution, and supervises the risk management intern program.
What You Will Be Doing Emergency and Disaster Preparedness & Training
Design and maintain the organization’s emergency operations plans, including protocols, crisis communication plans, inventory management, and disaster recovery strategies.
Coordinate, design, conduct, and facilitate emergency and disaster preparedness and response training for employees and students.
Conduct regular reviews and updates to emergency procedures to align with best practices and organizational needs.
Design and maintain the organization’s business continuity plans.
Serve as a member of the College’s emergency response team.
Participate in 7C emergency management committees and training as assigned.
Safety Compliance & Training
Develop, implement, and monitor organizational safety policies, procedures, and tools to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Coordinate safety training programs for employees, students, contractors, and other stakeholders, including regular drills and assessments.
Serve as a resource for departments to address safety concerns, develop corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.
Represent the organization on the 7C Safety Committee.
Respond to, evaluate, investigate, and complete reports following accidents, incidents, or emergencies to understand root cause and recommend appropriate measures to prevent recurrence. Conduct job safety analyses.
Maintain the fire safety log in accordance with the Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act and for the annual Clery security report. Responsible to report to OSHA in accordance with federal and state law.
Event Safety Management
Collaborate with event planners and stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with on‑campus and off‑campus events.
Review and approve event safety plans, including crowd management, security measures, permitting, and emergency procedures.
Conduct post‑event evaluations to identify areas for improvement in safety and risk management practices.
Attend on‑campus events as directed by the Director of Risk Management and based upon the needs of the College.
Insurance Programs
Liaise with the TCCS Office of Risk Management regarding the organization’s insurance portfolio, including property, liability, workers’ compensation, and specialty policies.
Serve as a resource for departments to assess liability concerns, develop recommendations and corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable insurance laws and standards. Administer the organization’s driver authorization training program.
Monitor insurance trends, recommend coverage adjustments, and coordinate annual renewals.
Intern Program Supervision
Develop and oversee the risk management intern program, including recruitment, training, and mentorship of interns.
Provide meaningful project‑based learning opportunities for interns to support organizational goals. Evaluate intern performance and provide constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
Other duties as assigned.
Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Business Administration or a related field, or any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the job.
Three years of experience in risk management, emergency management, safety compliance, or related fields, with progressive responsibilities is preferred.
Ability to maintain and process confidential information.
Detail oriented, project management skills, precise, highly organized, results driven, and flexible. Presentation and public speaking skills.
Strong judgment, decisiveness, critical thinking, and excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Navigates evolving priorities while delivering accurate, timely results.
Ability to learn new concepts and procedures.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Cooperative team player with a customer‑service oriented approach.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and an understanding of information technology.
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, emergency management protocols, and insurance principles.
Preferred Certifications
Emergency Management Institute (EMI) courses (ICS/IS 100‑800, EMPP program, or equivalent)
Active Shooter Train the Trainer program
First Aid, CPR & AED
HAZWOPER 40‑hour Certification
OSHA General 40‑hour Certification
RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
What’s in It for You Salary range: $75,000–$82,500 annualized.
Benefits Scripps offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package.
Learn More https://services.claremont.edu/benefits-administration/benefit-plan-information/
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Application Deadline: 2/5/2026
Category: Safety
Company: Scripps College
Location: US-CA-Claremont
Overview Another Source’s client, Scripps College, a nationally recognized liberal arts college for women and member of The Claremont Colleges, is recruiting an Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist to support campus safety, preparedness, and risk management. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building programs, leading training, and working cross‑functionally to reduce risk and improve readiness in a higher education environment.
Develop and maintain emergency preparedness, business continuity, and response plans
Design and deliver safety and compliance training across campus
Partner with campus teams to assess and mitigate risk for events and operations
Support insurance coordination, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance
Contribute to campus and consortium‑wide preparedness efforts
On‑site in Claremont, CA
This role offers hands‑on responsibility, campus‑wide impact, and the opportunity to strengthen safety and preparedness at a highly collaborative institution.
About the Department The Risk Management department advances campus safety, regulatory compliance, insurance programs, and emergency preparedness across the college. Working in close partnership with campus departments and The Claremont Colleges Services, the team takes a proactive, collaborative approach to identifying and mitigating risk while supporting safe operations and events.
Summary of the Role Reporting to the Director of Risk Management, the Emergency/Safety Operations Specialist oversees and enhances safety compliance and training programs, develops and maintains emergency preparedness plans, oversees insurance programs, ensures safe event planning and execution, and supervises the risk management intern program.
What You Will Be Doing Emergency and Disaster Preparedness & Training
Design and maintain the organization’s emergency operations plans, including protocols, crisis communication plans, inventory management, and disaster recovery strategies.
Coordinate, design, conduct, and facilitate emergency and disaster preparedness and response training for employees and students.
Conduct regular reviews and updates to emergency procedures to align with best practices and organizational needs.
Design and maintain the organization’s business continuity plans.
Serve as a member of the College’s emergency response team.
Participate in 7C emergency management committees and training as assigned.
Safety Compliance & Training
Develop, implement, and monitor organizational safety policies, procedures, and tools to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Coordinate safety training programs for employees, students, contractors, and other stakeholders, including regular drills and assessments.
Serve as a resource for departments to address safety concerns, develop corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.
Represent the organization on the 7C Safety Committee.
Respond to, evaluate, investigate, and complete reports following accidents, incidents, or emergencies to understand root cause and recommend appropriate measures to prevent recurrence. Conduct job safety analyses.
Maintain the fire safety log in accordance with the Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act and for the annual Clery security report. Responsible to report to OSHA in accordance with federal and state law.
Event Safety Management
Collaborate with event planners and stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with on‑campus and off‑campus events.
Review and approve event safety plans, including crowd management, security measures, permitting, and emergency procedures.
Conduct post‑event evaluations to identify areas for improvement in safety and risk management practices.
Attend on‑campus events as directed by the Director of Risk Management and based upon the needs of the College.
Insurance Programs
Liaise with the TCCS Office of Risk Management regarding the organization’s insurance portfolio, including property, liability, workers’ compensation, and specialty policies.
Serve as a resource for departments to assess liability concerns, develop recommendations and corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable insurance laws and standards. Administer the organization’s driver authorization training program.
Monitor insurance trends, recommend coverage adjustments, and coordinate annual renewals.
Intern Program Supervision
Develop and oversee the risk management intern program, including recruitment, training, and mentorship of interns.
Provide meaningful project‑based learning opportunities for interns to support organizational goals. Evaluate intern performance and provide constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
Other duties as assigned.
Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Business Administration or a related field, or any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the job.
Three years of experience in risk management, emergency management, safety compliance, or related fields, with progressive responsibilities is preferred.
Ability to maintain and process confidential information.
Detail oriented, project management skills, precise, highly organized, results driven, and flexible. Presentation and public speaking skills.
Strong judgment, decisiveness, critical thinking, and excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Navigates evolving priorities while delivering accurate, timely results.
Ability to learn new concepts and procedures.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Cooperative team player with a customer‑service oriented approach.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and an understanding of information technology.
Strong knowledge of safety regulations, emergency management protocols, and insurance principles.
Preferred Certifications
Emergency Management Institute (EMI) courses (ICS/IS 100‑800, EMPP program, or equivalent)
Active Shooter Train the Trainer program
First Aid, CPR & AED
HAZWOPER 40‑hour Certification
OSHA General 40‑hour Certification
RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
What’s in It for You Salary range: $75,000–$82,500 annualized.
Benefits Scripps offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package.
Learn More https://services.claremont.edu/benefits-administration/benefit-plan-information/
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