Security and Safety Trainer

Job Title: Security and Safety Trainer

Reports To: Director of Security

Salary or Hourly: Hourly

Year Created: 2026

Description

The Security and Safety Trainer is a critical operational role responsible for the development,
delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs across Newfields’ Security
department and the broader organization. This position serves as the institution’s primary safety
compliance officer, ensuring adherence to applicable OSHA regulations, federal and state
workplace safety standards, and emergency preparedness requirements. The Security and
Safety Trainer oversees all security department training for new hires and existing staff, while also
supporting institution-wide safety education initiatives including emergency action planning,
hazard communication, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance topics. This role partners
cross-functionally with department leaders, the Safety Committee, Facilities, and Human
Resources to maintain a culture of safety and preparedness across the campus. The ideal
candidate brings a professional background in training program development, workplace
safety compliance, and operational security, combined with strong communication skills and
the ability to engage diverse audiences from frontline staff to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Safety and Security Trainer for all Security department staff, including Security Rovers, Safety Associates, and seasonal personnel, ensuring consistent delivery of role-specific training curriculum.
• Facilitate new hire orientation training for the Security department, incorporating hands-on scenarios, campus orientation, post and access control procedures, emergency response protocols, and customer service expectations.
• Develop and deliver ongoing, in-service training programs for Security department staff, including recertification, skills refreshers, scenario-based exercises, and policy and procedure updates.
• Facilitate festival security training in advance of major campus events, including Harvest Nights and Winterlights, covering event-specific protocols, crowd management, access control, parking and shuttle operations, and emergency response procedures.
• Present security expectations and safety awareness content during institution-wide New Hire Orientation; support other department onboarding initiatives as requested.
• Lead institution-wide safety training initiatives, including OSHA compliance training, First Aid and CPR certification, hazard communication (HazCom/GHS), fire safety, workplace violence prevention, and other regulatory compliance topics as required by federal, state, and local law.
• Serve as the institution’s Safety and Compliance Officer providing oversight and accountability for campus safety compliance, hazard identification, corrective action tracking, and safety program documentation consistent with applicable OSHA and regulatory standards.
• Support the development, maintenance, and training of Newfields’ Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), including tabletop exercises, evacuation and shelter-in-place drills, and mass notification system activation protocols.
• Conduct and coordinate regular campus safety walkthroughs and inspections to identify hazards, assess compliance gaps, and recommend corrective actions; facilitate Transportation Security Administration (TSA) training and annual egress and ingress procedure reviews for Newfields staff.
• Support and participate in the Newfields Safety Committee
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready training records and compliance documentation, including safety logs, incident reports, training completion records, safety inspection reports, and regulatory correspondence.
• Assist with compliance audits and inspections by internal leadership or external regulatory bodies, ensuring documentation is current, accessible, and consistent with applicable standards.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near-misses, complete required documentation, identify root causes, and recommend corrective or preventative actions to reduce future risk; maintain confidentiality of all sensitive records at all times.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies, including local law enforcement, fire authorities, and regulatory bodies, to address security and safety concerns, share information, and coordinate response and preparedness efforts.
• Maintain current knowledge of security industry trends, emerging safety regulations, and best practices in museum and venue security through professional development, industry conferences, and continuing education; participate in and complete required courses through Newfields University.
• Support daily security operations as needed
• Adjust scheduled hours as operational needs require
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop training materials, deliver engaging instruction, and prepare accurate incident reports and compliance documentation for diverse audiences.

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety standards, hazard communication, emergency preparedness, incident reporting, and risk mitigation. Ability to identify hazards, assess compliance gaps, recommend corrective actions, and support safety audits and inspections.

• Knowledge of incident response, emergency action planning, business continuity, security awareness, and employee safety training. Ability to analyze incident trends, apply de-escalation techniques, and adapt to changing situations and emerging risks.

• Experience maintaining training records, compliance documentation, and audit-ready reports.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel) and learning management systems or training record platforms.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate training data, incident statistics, and performance metrics to improve training effectiveness.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Training and Development, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

• Three to five years of experience in security operations, workplace safety, training delivery, or a related field required. Experience in a museum, cultural institution, event venue, or other public-facing environment preferred. Safety management or compliance coordination experience strongly preferred.

• Current First Aid, CPR/AED, and OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

• OSHA Outreach Trainer, Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or comparable certifications preferred.

• Experience leading or supervising a team of 10 or more employees preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel, required.

Physical Demands of Work Environment
The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of that that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: Requires a diverse range of physical activities and sensory abilities. Employees are expected to have the ability for various movements such as standing, walking, and sitting. Additionally, the role demands sensory acuity to perform tasks requiring sharp vision and keen hearing, taste, and smell. These requirements ensure that the employee can safely and effectively perform the job duties. The role demands a balance of alertness and the ability
to remain calm and composed, ensuring the safety of the art, the environment, and the visitors.

Work environment: The work environment for this position is dynamic and requires adaptability to various outdoor conditions. Employees will be expected to perform their duties in all weather, from intense heat to cold, rain, or snow. Noise levels can be a factor at times. Lighting conditions will vary, with periods of low light at dawn or dusk and the potential for bright light during daytime hours. Safety measures and appropriate gear are provided to ensure employee wellbeing in these conditions.