Safety, Engagement, and Training Programs Manager

Position Title:

Safety, Engagement, and Training Programs Manager

Job Description:

Under the general direction of the Safety Program Manager, plans, develops, implements, and monitors departmental safety, worker’s compensation, training, and employee engagement programs, and administrative projects as required. Ensure all employees have the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge to perform their jobs safely. Investigates and determines causes of employee related injuries, accidents, and property damage to mitigate root causes. Promotes compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and established City policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Develop and maintain employee engagement solutions that will elevate employee performance and productivity, provide growth and learning opportunities, and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Assists with development and implementation of Departmental Emergency Plan.

Position Salary Range:

• $91,474.55- $105,917.90

 

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

 

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Advises, supports, and trains leadership and employees to enhance and maintain compliance with applicable Federal, State, and industry regulations and standards, and applicable Departmental and City policies and procedures.  Delivers training programs. Administers scheduling, promotions, registration, tracking, and communications.
• Develops and presents safety-related training materials on an ongoing basis.  Ensures all employees are up to date on all safety-related training requirements.  Works with divisions on development of ongoing “tailgate meetings” materials.  Coordinates documentation and record keeping of all safety-related training.  Manages surveys and provides analysis reports to track and measure the overall effectiveness of training programs.
• Analyzes, develops and manages programs to promote workplace safety.  Ensures that the worksite complies with OSHA regulations, and that workplace practices and procedures are evaluated and modified to reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards.  Compiles, analyzes, and reports on safety experience, trends, costs, needs and effectiveness.  Over sees and participates in safety audits, assessments, and panels as needed. Coordinates with contractors and tenants on safety issues as necessary.
• Manages and administers the Departmental CPR/AED Program. Manage AED contracts and oversees the location, maintenance, and functionality of AEDs Coordinates scheduling, documentation and record keeping of CPR/AED training. May deliver and/or administer CPR/AED training.
• Investigates employee-related injuries, accidents, and property damage.  Determines causes and consults on appropriate remedies to prevent future occurrences.  Compiles and maintains incident reports and logs.  Coordinates workers compensation, light duty, and return-to-work activities with the City’s third-party administrator.
• Manages the development, maintenance and communication of safety-related statistics, safety data sheets, tracking logs, and other record keeping activities as required.  Manages division communications: (safety, health and wellness, engagement, and training) newsletters, flyers, digital content, program, and event promotion.  Coordinates with various committees to ensure relevant and updated content.
• Conducts research and analysis of industrial injuries, illnesses, accidents, and property damage.  Based on analysis, develops cost containment measures conducts regular on-site visits to inspect and perform safety audits of work environments and work practices.  Using various technologies and instruments, collect readings, conduct studies, and perform analyses as required.  Responds proactively to safety-related concerns.  As appropriate, make recommendations to the other Department Managers for improvement.
• Coordinates activities of consultants brought on-site for select employee safety activities.  Defines workload and parameters; monitors progress; and collects, interprets, and disseminates information to appropriate parties.
• Manages the Departmental Safety Committee. Coordinates meetings and activities that analyze root causes, trends, and mitigations. Assists with other department programs as required (i.e., emergency management, environmental, risk management, etc.). Manages Lifeguard Program. 
• May serve as the administrator of the City’s Learning Management System (LMS), working with departments to develop content, ensure proper tracking and proper utilization of the system.
• Manage the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) program in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations. Coordinate both classroom and behind-the-wheel training. Maintain the Departments DOT CDL Database.  This includes quarterly updating of CDLA in the database with HR and may include sending license holders for monthly DOT Drug and Alcohol tests. 
• Manage the on-line Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program.  This includes site inventory of materials and SDSs to be included, uploading to database and keeping local SDS collection current. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Develop and maintain the Department’s PSM/RMP programs.  This includes developing acceptable work practices, audit procedures, and recordkeeping for all aspects of these programs.
• Participate in developing and establishing policies, procedures and protocols for the many different locations emergency preparedness.  This will include tabletop drills such as actual simulated drills for fire, hazardous material spills, water contamination, wildfires, and flooding.  This may also include helping to manage the Emergency Response Equipment.
• Manages the Hazardous materials program for the Department.  This includes tracking inventory, waste characterization – including sample collection if/when needed, waste inspection, obtaining/monitoring EPA ID status, determining disposal methods and recordkeeping determining disposal methods and recordkeeping.  This also may include Tier Two Reporting to the LEPC and managing Hazardous Material Permits for the local and County Government.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field plus five (5) years’ related work experience.  Related education and/or experience may be substituted, one for the other, on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A thorough understanding of the aviation industry with particular emphasis on airport safety compliance, operations, and emergency response.
• Working knowledge of UOSH, OSHA, DOT Omnibus Act and related safety regulations.
• Works well with, and relates to, diverse employee groups under various conditions.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. and any safety data tracking or design software. 
• Experience using safety-related tools, instruments, and materials.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification.
• Experience delivering various training programs with multiple employee groups.
• Working knowledge of FEMA, ICS, EPA, UDEQ and Department related regulations
• Experience working in an airport environment and thorough knowledge of the aviation industry and the applicable safety compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of all utilized Safety Management Systems and processes. 
• Experience working with Workers Compensation claims including communication with Work Occupational Clinic, Workers Comp Third Party Administrator, and the injured worker.
• Certification as a CPR and/or AED instructor.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Light to moderate physical activity; mostly comfortable working conditions.  Frequent travel to and from various airport locations, both indoors and outside, in all weather conditions.  Moderate exposure to heat, cold, dampness, dust, and noise.  Exposure to hazards associated with safety inspections, accident investigations, confined space entry, or other safety related concerns. Move tables and chairs, audiovisual equipment, flip charts, confined space rescue equipment, and other equipment as required.
• Exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.
• Required to occasionally work non-traditional hours to accommodate different shifts and to respond to incident investigations

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. 

 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$91,474.55- $105,917.90

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40