Safety Officer- Utility Business

Job Opportunities

The City of Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We pledge to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, family medical history or genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, disability (physical or mental), age, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

A background investigation will be conducted on the successful candidate which will be job-related and consistent with business necessity for the position, and may include an inquiry into an employee or applicant’s criminal and driving history; education; previous employment/job experience; knowledge, skills and abilities; credentials or licensure; character; physical fitness; and other qualifications as required for the position in the service of the City.

Unless required by local, state, and/or federal law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude a candidate from employment consideration.

The position requires thorough knowledge of employee safety programs, OSHA General Industry Standards and other State and Federal regulations, risk management techniques, preparing detailed reports and maintaining records, the use of standard office equipment and applicable software, and the use of equipment associated with the position; general knowledge of the City’s policies and procedures manual; and the ability to make arithmetic computations, to compute rates, ratios and percentages, to conduct workplace inspections, assess risks and identify solutions, to research, collect, organize, and analyze data, to present ideas effectively both orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates, employees, supervisors and the general public.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in safety or related field, and moderate experience in safety and risk management is required.

Possession of a valid NC driver’s license upon hire. Must meet and maintain all certification, license and training requirements for position.

The City of Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Category Tri River Water Status Open Open until filled Salary $62,599.04 (DOQ) per year, earned & paid on a bi-weekly basis
* eligible for up to 5% increase after successful completion of 6 month probation period Posted July 16, 2026 8:15 AM Closing Open Until Filled