Health & Safety Coordinator

Overview

Hiring Range: $29.08/hr - $38.93/hr.

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Risk Management, Industrial Safety, Public Administration or related field that includes Risk Management related coursework and three (3) years of related experience.
• Associate's degree in Safety Management, Risk Management, Industrial Safety, Public Administration or related field that includes Risk Management related coursework and five (5) years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years of experience performing industrial safety development, safety training, and/or OSHA inspection activities preferably for local government and/or law enforcement.
• Work experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding risk management (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, Workers' Compensation).
• Possess a current Alabama driver's license and the ability to obtain a City of Hoover drivers permit.
• Possess attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting safety audits and field inspections.
• Experience with conflict resolution and professional communication.
• Availability to work on-call.

• OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 certification
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
• Experience working under a self-insured insurance program dealing with general liability, auto liability, or workers' compensation
• Experience in Risk Management within a government entity
• Experience performing on-the-job risk assessments (e.g., ergonomic assessment, fire control assessment)

• Promote and cultivate a city-wide culture of safety.
• Collaborate with departments to develop and implement safety policies, processes, procedures, goals and objectives in order to reduce vehicle accidents, property damage and workplace injuries.
• Conduct periodic building, grounds, parks and playground safety inspections and recommend corrective action if needed.
• Oversee and participate in safety audits, job hazard analyses, workplace hazard evaluations and in-field inspections.
• Collect and analyze claims data from accident, injury and property damage reports to identify root-cause analyses. Create and generate reports, summarize data and define target goals for performance improvement.
• Promote safe work environments by developing safety awareness programs and providing regular safety and risk training classes for departments. Conduct targeted safety meetings for departments upon request.
• Attend all Accident Review Board meetings and assist Risk Manager in re-establishing the Health & Safety Committee.
• Assist Risk Manager with health and safety related budget requests.
• Prepare and make in-person and virtual presentations to groups including employees, elected and appointed officials, and outside organizations regarding safety related items.
• Stay current on evolving environment, health and safety standards and legislative changes through active participation in professional development conferences, workshops and forums.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.