Senior Safety Specialist

Safety Program Administrator

Under direction, responsible for the administration and execution of activities outlined in City-wide comprehensive safety plans to ensure local, state, and federal legal/regulatory compliance of safety programs and initiatives.

Conduct safety inspections and assessments. Involves:
Inspections of facilities, work areas, equipment, and materials to identify hazards and ensure compliance with applicable safety standards. Performs job analyses, investigates incidents, identifies trends, and recommends corrective actions to prevent injuries and improve workplace safety. Develops and delivers safety training programs for employees and supervisors, administers safety initiatives such as random drug testing, and maintains records and databases related to training, inspections, hazardous materials, and safety equipment.

Ensure compliance. Involves:
Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations across programs, including Hazard Communication (Haz Com), industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, PPE, fire protection, confined space entry, and equipment and driver safety. Conducts inspections and assessments across various municipal operations, prepares accident and incident reports, maintains safety equipment, organizes drills, and coordinates with emergency services as needed. Develops and recommends safety policies and procedures, supports emergency preparedness efforts, and serves as a liaison with internal departments, external agencies, and the Safety Committee.

Supervisory duties, as assigned. Involves:
Overseeing designated staff, coordinating work activities, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to policies and safety standards. This position is designated as essential personnel and must report to work during emergencies. Other duties are performed as assigned.