Workplace Safety Coordinator

• Formulate and suggest workplace safety standards and enforce procedures
• Identify and prevent risks involving hazardous materials exposure, accidents, fires, and other unsafe conditions
• Meet compliance and reporting requirements of federal and state regulations
• Provide new employee safety training and coordinate the ongoing employee safety training program
• Develop and maintain the College’s written safety plan
• Direct activities of the safety committee
• Assist supervisors with identifying, developing, and delivering safety training on workplace safety, fire safety, blood borne disease, electrical, mechanical, vehicle, confined space safety, and first aid/CPR
• Identify and provide appropriate personal protective equipment for employees
• Evaluate workplace safety hazards and recommend preventive measures
• Coordinate hazardous material disposal and maintain documentation of safety training, budget expenditures, and other records
• Assist with technical interpretation of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, laws, and codes
• Submit required safety and environmental reports to city, state, and federal agencies
• Serve as a professional and technical workplace safety resource to the College and community
• Participate in reviews of equipment purchases to ensure safeguards and regulatory compliance
• Maintain AEDs, first aid kits, eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, and safety signage at MCC sites
• Stay current on laws and regulations affecting the College
• Attend scheduled or assigned work activities and programs

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three (3) years of full-time, work-related experience in workplace safety
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered
• Working knowledge of applicable OSHA standards and generally acceptable safety practices
• Knowledge of laws and requirements regarding employee safety committees and employer safety responsibilities
• Knowledge of emerging trends in workplace safety
• Excellent organization and record keeping skills
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office and Windows software
• Planning and organizational skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate safety requirements in terms understood by all employees
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively present to large and small groups
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism, patience and understanding in stressful situations
• Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities
• Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities
• Must pass background check

Demonstrates expertise in workplace safety standards, compliance with OSHA regulations, and effective training program development. Capable of evaluating safety hazards, coordinating safety training, and maintaining safety equipment while fostering a culture of safety within the organization.

• OSHA Standards Knowledge
• Workplace Safety Training
• Risk Assessment and Prevention
• Safety Compliance Reporting
• Record Keeping and Documentation

• Workplace Safety Standards
• Risk Identification
• Safety Training Development
• Hazardous Material Disposal
• Safety Equipment Maintenance
• Technical Interpretation of Regulations
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Safety Committee Coordination
• Safety Plan Development
• Compliance with Federal and State Regulations

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Cultural Competence

• Workplace Safety
• Employee Safety Training
• Safety Compliance
• Emergency Preparedness
• Safety Regulations

• Microsoft Office
• Windows Software