Risk and Safety Specialist

Risk and Safety Specialist

The Risk and Safety Specialist is responsible for the coordination of claim administration, health, risk, and safety disciplines for Indy Go. Core responsibilities include data entry for accidents, scheduling and reviewing video, submitting claims to Indy Go's third-party administrator (TPA), and the reporting and tracking of OSHA injuries. The position also evaluates, monitors, tracks risk and safety performance, and assists in the development of training procedures.

This position is responsible for administering safety standards and procedures for protecting employees' safety and health. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day administration and monitoring of Indy Go's Safety Management System (SMS), the Indy Go Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP), monitoring driver's license status, customer comments and safety concerns, and assisting with the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol programs.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

• Ability to investigate, recommend, and report on claims/ incidents/ accidents without bias.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits for the corporation and contracted vendors.
• Investigation and reporting of near-miss safety submissions.
• Receive and disseminate safety information through newsletters, online, and bulletin boards.
• Assist with National Transit Data (NTD) monthly reporting.
• Assist with tracking the Safe Driving Awards program by the National Safety Council.
• Assist during emergency response events and drills.
• Collaborate on the development and updating of worker safety protocols.
• Assist with Driver Vehicle Record (DVR) checks for commercial driver license holders.
• Assist with the administration of the Safety Management System (SMS) and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) as needed.
• Assist with risk and safety communication for new-hire orientations and yearly training as needed.
• Assist with the administration of the DOT/FTA drug and alcohol testing program as needed.
• Assist with OSHA, state, and federal reporting as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned in support of risk and safety department functions and the organization's strategic goals. Attend and participate in professional group meetings as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.

• Two (2) or more years of experience in either claim management, safety and Industrial hygiene programs, or risk evaluation and mitigation is preferred.
• One to two years of experience working within a DOT, public transportation environment is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to obtain an OSHA-30 hour safety certification within the first 6 months of employment is required.
• Valid driver's license.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities while working in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to be thorough, accurate, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas for general comprehension.
• Ability to accurately capture, document, and exchange information.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of work performed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, and Outlook), computer skills, and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to use discretion in decision-making and exercise sound judgment in problem-solving.
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B requirements.
• Fundamental knowledge of emergency response, planning and recordkeeping.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

• Regular on-site attendance is an essential function of this position due to the need for in-person collaboration, operational support, hands-on infrastructure management, and training and development activities. This role is designated as fully onsite and is not eligible for remote work.
• Ability to travel locally between Indy Go properties. This may include operating a vehicle with a valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform visual inspections, including identifying relevant differences in materials, indicators, or conditions necessary for safety compliance.
• Ability to work around minimal…