Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to have a real impact in your job as a Safety Specialist? Consider joining the Safety Services team at our company where teamwork and personal growth are celebrated.

We’re currently looking for a dynamic Safety Specialist to join our Safety Services team. You would be responsible for delivering a wide variety of safety services to a book of business, focusing on risk assessments, trainings, hazard identification, safety program development, and worksite safety consultations. You would be part of a top-notch team of Safety Services professionals who are excited to provide industry leading services while actively partnering with our Underwriting and Claims Departments to assess Members (insured companies). The ideal candidate will be a team player, organized, able to effectively manage their time, and be detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES **

Conduct risk management surveys for company prospects and members to identify possible exposures, state of current safety efforts, opportunities for improvement, and degree of insurability.

Develop relationships with members to assist with long-term safety solutions to existing and future challenges.

Conduct worksite safety inspections.

Evaluate, customize, and develop written safety programs for company members.

Provide safety solutions to members based on their specific safety and health needs.

Participate and engage in weekly Safety Services team meetings

Work closely with Underwriting and Claims Departments to monitor member performance and analyze injury trends.

** QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS **

** Required: **

Relevant degree or equivalent job experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal (verbal and written) skills and capabilities

Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, inspection software)

Have experience with OSHA Standards (Construction and General Industry)

Experience consulting/training on safety and/or WC related topics such as, but not limited to: fall protection, excavation, scaffolding, RTK, AWAIR, LOTO, JSA, accident investigation, etc.

Ability to work both on a team and independently, with minimal direction

Self-starter with ability to manage time and your schedule effectively

Have experience in the Construction Industry, General Industry, Mining, and/or in Workers’ Comp insurance

Professional certification in safety field (CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, OTI etc.)

Additional Competencies:

Motivated to continually learn and grow

Problem solving and analysis abilities

Demonstrated program management skills

Training and public speaking experience

Strong service emphasis

Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus

Experience driving 3⁄4 ton truck/trailer and ability to obtain DOT health card is a plus

** TERRITORY **

Primary focus is in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area, with secondary focus in greater Minnesota. Some overnights are expected based on scheduling. Regular meetings at Member locations are required.