Safety Officer

Job Overview

Safety Officer role at DeKalb County Government. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing the County’s safety and loss prevention policies and programs, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe working environment across all departments.

$52,266 – $84,148, Grade 17, FLSA—Exempt.

• Develop, schedule, and conduct employee training programs to prevent, reduce, or eliminate work‑related accidents and injuries, including defensive driving and safety workshops for field personnel.
• Prepare and instruct commercial driver’s license training programs and facilitate written exams and road tests for division and County employees.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment, conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, and ensure compliance with County and division policies.
• Investigate vehicle and equipment incidents, on‑the‑job injuries, and other departmental losses; recommend corrective actions and verify claims with the County.
• Maintain safety‑related records, reports, and documentation; produce required reports and spreadsheets, including accident and loss charts, driver evaluations, and equipment utilization reports.
• Communicate with County managers, supervisors, employees, contractors, and the public to coordinate work activities and review status of safety initiatives.

• Associate degree in Risk Management or related field and three (3) years of occupational safety experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Valid Georgia driver’s license; some positions may require CDL Class A or B certification.

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level, Management/Manufacturing job function, Government Administration industry.

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