Safety Professional

Safety and Accident Prevention Program ManagerEmployer: County of Hawai`iSalary: $74,652.00 AnnuallyLocation: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HIJob Type: Permanent & Temporary PositionsJob Number: 2026-00078Department: Human ResourcesDivision: Health & SafetyOpening Date: 06/14/2026Closing Date: ContinuousThe eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.Duties SummaryOversees and assists management with the monitoring and implementation of safety and accident prevention programs; participates in long-range planning and initial development of overall safety programs; oversees a comprehensive driver improvement and evaluation program for the County; and performs other related duties as required.Examples of DutiesOversees and assists management with the monitoring and implementation of safety and accident prevention programs.Develops, coordinates, and conducts safety training courses to assist departments in carrying out their accident prevention and loss control responsibilities.Participates in long-range planning and initial development of overall safety programs for the County.Conducts safety inspections and investigations of shops, buildings, job sites, etc. to identify and correct unsafe conditions and practices. Prepares report of findings, and recommends corrective action to ensure compliance with laws, safety policies, and procedures.Develops, conducts, or arranges programs to develop employees' safety awareness, their hazardous condition recognition skills, their ability to use safer and more efficient work techniques and practices, their ability to deal with incidents and accidents, etc.Oversees and coordinates a driver improvement program involving the continuous evaluation of drivers, the conduct of driver safety and education courses, and other driver training activities, principally for but not limited to drivers of heavy vehicles and equipment.Establishes or adapts procedures for the periodic examination of drivers possessing a commercial driver's license, including field and practical testing, and certifies as to driver competence and qualification for the category of licenses sought. Recommends the removal of operators from driving duties where such employees fail to meet the standards prescribed.Conducts investigations of vehicle accidents by reviewing accident reports to determine cause and taking corrective action to prevent recurrence of similar types of accidents. Recommends repair or modification of equipment or driver re-education in order to correct discovered deficiencies.Provides management advisory services involving the interpretation and guidance on collective bargaining provisions, policy, procedures, and laws to operating departments and employees regarding confidential matters.Supervises lower-level staff; recommends personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and transfers; evaluates employee job performance and counsels employees as needed.May schedule, coordinate and conduct driver performance examinations that include field and practical testing and may test and qualify applicants who can satisfactorily operate equipment for equipment operator recruitments as requested by departments.Operates a vehicle for work-related duties.Performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualification RequirementsTraining and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree, andfive (5) years of experience in industrial safety and accident prevention, of whichthree (3) years shall have involved conducting Commercial Driver's License (CDL) driver instruction and evaluation, andpossession of a current Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate at time of filing, andpossession of a valid State of Hawai'i Commercial Driver License (Class A) with "N" endorsement at time of appointment*; (if you have an out-of-state CDL, you must transfer it to a Hawai'i issued CDL by the time of appointment), andpossession of a good driving record certified by a traffic abstract confirming no DUI convictions, license revocations, or suspensions for three (3) years preceding and no moving violations for one (1) year preceding. A current traffic abstract is valid for 30 days from date of issuance by the district court. (You will be required to submit your current traffic abstract at time of the job interview).Note: Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.) Notes :Possession of a current First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor's Certificate from a nationally recognized organization such as American Red Cross or American Heart Association, andsatisfactory completion of a National Safety Council DDC driver training instructor's course, andpossession of "P" endorsement are required, prior to completion of probation.*Commercial Driver License (CDL) : If you have an out-of-state CDL, you must transfer it to a Hawai'i issued CDL by the time of appointment. Please contact the Hilo Driver Licensing Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Kona Driver Licensing Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information on how to obtain a Hawai'i CDL. Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application. Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process. Knowledge of : occupational Safety and Health Standards, and other accepted standards applicable to industrial safety and accident prevention; principles and practices of supervision; laws and regulations governing the operation of motor vehicles and the licensing of drivers; operating procedures of a variety of motor vehicles, safety devices, and features; industrial and construction accident hazards and methods of correction and prevention; industrial safety devices and equipment; safety inspection principles, practices, and procedures; principles and practices of speaking before groups; basic examining and testing procedures; investigation methods and techniques; and report writing. Ability to : plan, execute, and coordinate an effective safety and accident prevention program; plan, organize, and coordinate industrial safety and driver improvement programs; conduct countywide safety inspections and detect unsafe conditions and practices; schedule and conduct safety, driver training, and equipment operator training; conduct performance examinations and determine driver's competency; plan and instruct supervisors on principles and methods of instructing; assign, review, and supervise the work of subordinate trainers; instruct others in safety techniques, causes of accidents, and accident prevention; investigate and determine causes of accidents; deal tactfully and effectively with officials, supervisors, and employees; write clear and concise reports; and speak effectively before groups. Physical Requirements : Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping : LightBenefits of County Employment:Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.County Tuition Reimbursement Program : This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program