Safety Manager

Safety Manager

With more than 25 years in business, The Parking Spot has grown into the largest near-airport parking company in the United States with over 2,000 valued team members spread across 70 locations nationwide. We are proud to offer an Employee Ownership Program, allowing every team member the opportunity to receive a direct financial stake in The Parking Spot's success. As employee owners, every one of us plays a part in providing exceptional service to our guests across the country.

What makes working at The Parking Spot so special? We've built a culture of support, fun, and camaraderie that empowers us to be the most innovative company in the parking industry. As a nationwide business with a small business feel, there are endless opportunities within The Parking Spot to grow your career. Come join us and see how we leverage people and technology to deliver a superior product, outshine our competition, and find creative and innovative solutions to everyday problems.

Salary Range: $110000 per year $120000 per year

What we offer:

• Participation in and financial benefit from our shared employee ownership program 

• Hybrid work experience in downtown Chicago

• Career development and growth opportunities

• Ability to gain exposure to all areas of the business

• Great benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental and a 401k plan

• Annual discretionary bonus program

• Team oriented, fun and friendly work environment

• Immediate opportunity to make a large impact

Position Summary:

The Parking Spot is the leading near-airport parking company at over 25 airports, and we are now hiring a Safety Manager to join our team! The Safety Manager at The Parking Spot will spearhead the development and implementation of policies and systems that improve safety performance and foster a strong culture of safety. This role oversees all aspects of employee, customer, and visitor safety, including workers' compensation administration. Key responsibilities include data analysis and planning, developing safety programs, monitoring and evaluating safety claims, conducting safety training and coaching, and auditing programs for continuous improvement and to enhance safety awareness and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement safety programs and procedures to reduce accidents and claims for the Company
• Lead the continuous improvement of Origami, our new Company-wide EHS software system
• Analyze all accident/injury/incident reporting and help perform investigations to identify cause and possible preventive measures for future work of a similar nature
• Investigate injury claims
• Develop and track safety-related KPIs to identify trends, drive accountability and promote a culture of safety
• Create and enforce internal and external safety audit programs, including conducting safety audits at TPS properties
• Advise and support Field leadership, management and staff on safety best practices
• Maintain the Company's safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
• Handle all OSHA related issues such as inspections, yearly reports, job site posters, citations, hearings, etc. Compile safety KPI tracking for management. Produce other safety reports as needed
• Make corrective action recommendations to upper management concerning safety and health issues that may affect the Company
• Provide support to our comprehensive casualty claims programs including general liability, auto, property, and workers' compensation—by directing investigations, establishing liability, assessing financial exposure, and leveraging claims data to optimize employer modification rates. 
• Prepare, maintain and submit all records and reports required by the Company, OSHA and any other regulatory agencies, i.e. OSHA 300 log and injury records
• Plan, monitor and control safety-related expenditures with the approved budget

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in safety management, safety engineering, or related discipline 
• 5+ years of experience in safety, EHS or a closely related field 
• Prior experience administering an EHS software system (Origami Risk, Velocity EHS, etc.) preferred, but not required
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and applicable federal and state regulations
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred 
• Strong analytical skills, including experience developing reports, tracking KPIs, and using data to drive decisions 
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, support change, and promote best practices across teams 
• Keep up to date on regulatory and technological developments, industry trends, and creative solutions 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong Excel skills or any similar software for KPI reporting
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines 
• Must be willing to travel as required by situational circumstances

Any disclosed pay range is based on a consideration of neutral factors and criteria such as required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, seniority, etc. The Parking Spot reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant a salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority. 

At The Parking Spot, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate and seek it.  We believe a diverse, inclusive, and equitable company is one where all employees, partners, and customers are welcome, supported, and valued. As a company in the travel industry, we witness the power of bringing individuals from different backgrounds and communities together. We treat all others with dignity and respect and stand firmly against racism and discrimination in any form. We intentionally develop diverse teams and relationships to ensure all voices are heard and to foster equal opportunity for all. We are committed to listening, learning, and growing because we know that our work is never done.