Safety Officer - Unit Risk Manager - Luther Unit

Position: Safety Officer I - Unit Risk Manager - Luther Unit (028828)

Job Title:

Safety Officer I - Unit Risk Manager - Luther Unit (028828)

Primary

Location:

United States - Texas - Navasota

Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:
No

Salary: $3,871.51 monthly

Pay Basis:
Monthly

Overtime Status:
Non-exempt

Posting Date:
Jan 8, 2026

Closing Date:
Jan 21, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

Performs routine safety and health program work. Work involves assisting with the development of safety policies and procedures; participating in safety training and education of staff; inspecting work areas and activities for hazards; and assisting in investigating accidents. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct inspections of unit operations and facilities to ensure compliance with risk‑management guidelines, policies and procedures; prepare evaluative reports; recommend improvements and modifications to resolve problems and deficiencies; and respond to requests for information related to unit operations and activities.
• Assist in investigating reported hazards, accidents, injuries, fires and other incidents; inspect construction, remodeling and renovation sites to ensure compliance with safety standards; conduct ADA site assessments; and prepare inspection and investigative reports and recommendations.
• Assist unit administration during situations that pose an imminent threat of death or serious injury; implement appropriate corrective action; and maintain reports and contact with other departments and regional staff.
• Monitor the use, maintenance and storage of hazardous materials, safety equipment and devices; monitor environmental factors, operating procedures and safety contamination.
• Assist in developing, implementing and conducting safety‑training programs; ensure compliance with training requirements and documentation; and provide technical assistance.
• Perform a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• One year full‑time, wage‑earning experience in criminal justice, risk management or a related field (e.g., loss control, workers’ compensation, environmental science, occupational safety, or industrial hygiene). Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by CHEA or by the U.S. Department of Education may be substituted for each six months of experience.
• Successful completion of the Alternate Unit Risk Manager (AURM), Collateral Duty Safety Officer (CDSO), or OSHA certification programs preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of risk management program operations, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations and statutes.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies procedures and regulations preferred.
• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations and the public.
• Skill in problem‑solving techniques.
• Skill to evaluate, document, report and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.
• Skill to plan, develop and conduct effective safety training programs.
• Skill to direct activities and operations in hazardous situations or incidents.
• Skill to operate environmental, health, safety‑related instruments and equipment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Physical and Occupational Abilities

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

B. Work Conditions

• Working inside and outside, around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, closely with others, alone, protracted or irregular hours,…