Safety Officer

Safety Officer (5177) – Safety, Security, and Airside Services - SFO – 164022

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Department: San Francisco International Airport
Job class: 5177-Safety Officer
Salary range: $ - $
Role type: Permanent Civil Service What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Position Based Test
Rule: Rule of the List
List type: Combined Promotive and Entrance

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: 02/26/2026
• Final date to receive applications: Apply immediately. Application filing will be open at least until Thursday, 03/12/26 at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) and will close any time thereafter.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a world-class, award-winning airport that served more than 54 million guests in FY24/25. SFO offers non‑stop flights to 60+ international cities on over 40 international carriers. The Bay Area's largest airport also connects non‑stop with 80+ U.S. cities on 10 domestic airlines.

As an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, SFO has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees. In Fiscal 2021, SFO generated more than 28,000 direct jobs and $6.1B in business activity.

SFO is more than an airport — we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in safety, environmental sustainability, and forward‑thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience.

Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose‑driven workplace where all employees can thrive. Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first.

Under the direction of the Safety, Health, and Compliance Director, the Safety Officer develops, implements, maintains and improves effective Occupational Safety and Health Programs using a focused safety management system, with primary emphasis on reducing hazards and promoting a safe environment. The Safety Officer will work in the Airport’s Safety, Health, and Compliance section, which oversees the health and safety of Commission staff, including workers’ compensation and Injury and Illness Prevention programs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: evaluating the effectiveness of the occupational safety program, investigation safety incidents or hazardous conditions, developing and revising safety procedures and training, and performing other related duties as required.

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and participate in safety surveys and observations of plants, facilities, and building and field work sites; evaluate fire, electrical, mechanical, structural, or other potentially hazardous conditions; recommend mitigation plans; prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Lead and participate in the investigation of accidents to determine causes of accidents; recommend appropriate corrective action; prepare reports of investigation for management and industrial safety agencies.
• Monitor the implementation of mitigation or corrective actions that result from the investigation or surveys on an ongoing basis and ensure safety assurance for reducing potentially hazardous work methods and procedures.
• Assist and provide technical guidance in establishing airport‑wide safety training programs for all employees; provide for appropriate courses of instruction in safety procedures, such as safety training materials, including manuals, bulletins, and written procedures. Assist in organizing, conducting, and participating in regularly scheduled safety meetings with employees.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of occupational safety programs and recommend modifications to comply with legal requirements, prevent injuries, and reduce liability.
• Obtain, maintain, and analyze occupational safety and health data to identify trends, and comply with regulatory recordkeeping requirements.
• Maintain…