Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist supports the People Operations, Security, Emergency and facilities teams to facilitate compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements and guidelines related to workplace safety. The Safety Specialist plays a key role in coordinating projects for safety training and activities across departments and programs to promote a safe environment for participants, staff, and visitors.

Roles and responsibilities include:

• Managing and developing safety programs for improved safety performance and implementation of organization-wide programs such as workers' compensation, fire protection, and other OSHA/Cal-OSHA compliance programs.
• Creating safety action plans to strategize approach and provide guidance in developing, monitoring and coordinating with departments on safety programs, including safety inspections, accident investigations, and safety training.
• Working collaboratively across departments; maintaining a professional demeanor and working relationships.
• Advising stakeholders regarding safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of staff and participants.
• Coordinating with regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Developing and implementing safety tracking and reporting.
• Conducting routine and follow-up safety and hazard inspections of all facilities.
• Analyzing and communicating safety trends, accident and incident reports; making recommendations for correcting unsafe conditions and actions.
• Partnering with department supervisor to conduct and complete incident analysis of safety incidents for proper follow-up and investigation.
• Engaging staff for feedback in a bottom-up approach for improvement of the safety program and culture.
• Responding to emergencies involving hazardous materials, fire and smoke incidents, or unknown hazards; preparing reports of findings and submitting recommendations.
• Maintaining confidentiality (patient, employee, etc.) at all times.
• Serving as a liaison with State and Local agencies. (OSHA, Cal-OSHA, Local Fire Departments).
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, prepare reports and train staff.
• Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing safety programs and protocols.
• Experience in performing safety inspections in ensuring compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols and procedures.
• Ability to investigate, analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Proficient in MS Office required.
• Team player attitude is required.
• Certificate in OSHA certification strongly preferred.

Employee benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance and additional discounts
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance