Safety & Emergency Response Lead

Safety Coordinator job at Cherokee Metropolitan District. Colorado Springs, CO.

Job Description:

The Safety Coordinator is accountable to the Cross-Connection and is responsible for a wide range of duties. These duties encompass overseeing the Safety program, which includes managing safety measures for various areas such as Office, Wastewater, Water, Collection, Distribution, Parks, Golf Course, and external contractor safety. This role reports directly to the Cross-Connection Supervisor, while ensuring that safety needs from the Division Leaders are promptly addressed and that regular reports and updates are provided as necessary.

Language and Computer

Skills:

• The applicant must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• This applicant must have the ability to speak effectively before groups, customers, clients, vendors or employees of the organization.
• Must have computer experience necessary to independently create, write and interpret spreadsheets and documents within programs including proficiency in Windows, Excel, and Microsoft Word programs.

Essential Functions:

• As the Safety Coordinator for the District, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our organization and its employees. Your responsibilities encompass various facets of our safety program, including training, compliance, emergency response, reporting, and incident management.
• The Safety Coordinator duties will include but are not limited to the following:
• Provide valuable safety information and support to employees.
• Provide safety support and information to contractors.
• Provide safety orientation classes for new employees.
• Preparing annual safety Budget and tracking costs spent on safety items.
• Procure and maintain Safety Data Sheets.
• Maintain first aid stations, including AEDs and oxygen, at all District facilities.
• Perform annual facility inspections such as parks playground structures, water and wastewater facilities, golf course facilities and office.
• Performing safety inspections on active construction sites to include but not limited to water leaks, sewer backups, and heavy civil construction.
• Identify training needs and conduct safety training sessions.
• Maintain safety training records.
• Maintain Post and Pre- trip CDL inspection records.
• Conduct annual inspections of safety equipment, e.g. atmosphere monitors, fall protection systems, etc.
• Collaborate closely with Division leaders to achieve safety goals.
• Perform an annual review of the Safety Manual.
• Assist in selecting appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Conduct inspections of working conditions to ensure safety compliance.
• Facilitate Quarterly Safety Committee meetings.
• Prepare and review accident and incident reports, taking necessary follow-up actions.
• Perform post-accident/incident drug testing.
• Assist in filing insurance claims and communications with insurance company representatives.
• Maintain driver qualification files and drug testing documentation.
• Contribute significantly to the development and refinement of the District's Emergency Response Plan.
• Represent the District in interactions with the community and external organizations regarding safety and emergency preparedness.
• Stay up to date on industry standards and state/federal health and safety regulations.
• Implement the latest best practices and ensure compliance with relevant guidelines.
• Manage safety-related software and tools.
• Participate in decision-making related to emergent weather or environmental safety conditions which may affect operations.
• Participate in new construction meetings and review safety elements, e.g. eye wash stations, fall protection systems, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Technical writing skills, and the ability to read, interpret, and present data in a concise and coherent manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills & communication (written & oral).
• Strong leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques.

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