Safety Coordinator I-III

Under the supervision and authority of the Risk Manager, the Safety Coordinator assists the Risk Manager with planning, developing, organizing, and administering the County’s Employee Safety Program. As a safety professional, this role monitors, audits, reviews, and advises. This role does not act as an officer. The role does not issue citations or strive to catch people doing things incorrectly. This safety professional helps ensure that employees can go home to their families at the end of every shift. The goal is achieved in large part with clear communication about gaps in processes and areas for improvement in a firm, fair, and consistent manner based on facts and supported by evidence. 

Safety Coordinator I is an entry-level role, and training will be provided. 

Safety Coordinator II is a journey-level role with more autonomy and safety instruction responsibilities. Qualification for Safety Coordinator III will be based on advanced certification/s.

Safety Coordinator III is the advanced journey-level classification, responsible for the most complex and specialized safety and risk control tasks, including environmental testing, which may require specialized certification/s. This classification serves as the primary resource on employee health and safety and provides lead supervision or training to other staff within the assigned program or operational area.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Safety Coordinator I intervenes in the case of unsafe activities or operations being carried out by employees within the workplace; reviews and updates the county’s safety policies and procedures; carries out research with regards to regulatory requirements and best safety practices; carries out and documents the process of accident investigation/analysis; keeps records of safety-related incidents and recommendations and administration of corrective measures; works with managers to identify safety-related issues and assists with adherence to safety rules. Qualification for Safety Coordinator II and III will be based on levels of experience and the industrial safety certifications, and the corresponding demonstrated ability to utilize the experience and certifications to improve workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Safety Coordinator II intervenes in the case of unsafe activities or operations being carried out by employees within the workplace; reviews and updates the county’s safety policies and procedures; carries out research with regards to regulatory requirements and best safety practices; carries out and documents the process of accident investigation/analysis; keeps records of safety-related incidents and recommendations and administration of corrective measures; works with managers to identify safety-related issues and assists with adherence to safety rules; organizes and conducts safety training for employees; facilitates online training portals; and performs evaluation of safety policies, methods, and programs. Qualification for Safety Coordinator II will be based on levels of experience and the possession of a valid Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) and Cal/OSHA trainer qualification, with a corresponding demonstrated ability to utilize the experience and designation to minimize the County’s reliance on contracted professional consulting services as demonstrated by substantial cost savings and impactful improvements in workplace safety leading to greater cross-departmental employee satisfaction.

Safety Coordinator III intervenes in the case of unsafe activities or operations being carried out by employees within the workplace; reviews and updates the county’s safety policies and procedures; carries out research with regards to regulatory requirements and best safety practices; carries out and documents the process of accident investigation/analysis; keeps records of safety-related incidents and recommendations and administration of corrective measures; works with managers to identify safety-related issues and assists with adherence to safety rules; organizes and conducts safety training for employees; facilitates online training portals; performs evaluation of safety policies, methods, and programs, conducts environmental testing and analysis, conducts hazardous materials inventories, and serves in a leadership capacity on the Health and Safety Committee. The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties listed and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address temporary or permanent changes in business needs and/or practices.

• Assists Risk Manager in reviewing, editing, and implementing all parts of the County Safety Program.
• Maintains and expands working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations that they can reference and apply.
• Reviews policies, provides consultation, and gathers input and buy-in.
• Conducts hazardous materials inventory annually and ensures the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) is properly updated annually.
• Audits and updates safety data sheet (SDS) electronic and paper binders.
• Assists with budget planning and process.
• Conducts air quality monitoring and assists with messaging.
• Facilities online safety training portals and provides related technical support for users.
• Coordinates evacuation, fire, and earthquake drills.
• Conducts countywide annual safety audits/inspections and drafts reports.
• Conducts field investigations in the event that the Risk Manager is unavailable.
• May be required to testify in a regulatory investigation.
• Manages the AED program and performs annual AED demonstrations at all locations.
• Conducts office workstation ergonomic assessments and gently educating employees one-on-one on proper and healthy body positioning in a nonconfrontational and healthful manner.
• Assists Risk Manager in regulatory record keeping and other documentation.
• Conducts sampling and testing as required when qualified to do so.
• Coordinates and documents employee testing and/or waivers where required under safety plans
• Implements, monitors, and reports on procedures and policies related to safety, accident investigation, privacy file management, and related matters.
• Provides OSHA-10 and First Aid/CPR/AED training for staff as directed when authorized.
• Completes asset inventory. 
• Assists with timely regulatory reviews, collection of data and materials regarding OSHA data, and prepares reports and presentations.
• Supports the organization's quality programs.
• Travels as required.
• Provides guidance and receives feedback with a demeanor and manor respective of all persons.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

Safety Coordinator II: In addition to the tasks listed above

• Teach courses on employee rights, responsibilities, and hazard recognition in regard to occupational safety and health. 
• Provide OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 course series for applicable departments.
• Coordinate evacuation, fire, earthquake, and other life safety drills. 
• Teach First Aid CPR AED courses to employees. 
• Conduct post-incident inspections in the event that the Risk Manager is unavailable. 
• Conduct office ergonomic evaluations, when qualified to do so, and gently educate employees one-on-one on proper and healthy body mechanics in a nonconfrontational and healthful manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

Safety Coordinator III: In addition to the tasks listed above

• Conduct sampling, testing, and monitoring of environmental hazards.

• Supervise and audit the county’s California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) entries.
• Conduct/audit hazardous materials inventory annually of all county facilities (except materials received from customers at landfills). 
• Has greater autonomy for defining and implementing safety management systems, policy development, and worksite assessments. 
• Will be expected to be on the scene at serious incidents in order to conduct investigation and evaluation. 
• Conducts comprehensive annual safety audit inspection and reporting process with minimal oversight. 
• Co-Chair the Joint Labor Management Health and Safety Committee.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

Safety Coordinator I:

• High school graduate or equivalent AND
• One year of experience in safety.
• Experience with reading and interpreting Cal/OSHA and OSHA regulations highly desired.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: 

• Required to drive a motor vehicle in the course of employment and must possess a valid operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

Safety Coordinator II:
Path 1:

• High school graduate or equivalent AND
• Three years of work experience in a role that has significant responsibility for safety program coordination, inspections, training others, and compliance.

Path 2:

• Two years as Safety Coordinator I with Inyo County.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: 

• Cal/OSHA Authorized General Industry or Construction Industry Trainer certification
• Certified Health & Safety Official (CHSO)
• Required to drive a motor vehicle in the course of employment and must possess a valid operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. 

Safety Coordinator III:

• Four-year college degree as required to qualify for the CIH or the CSP exam.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: 

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Required to drive a motor vehicle in the course of employment and must possess a valid operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. 

The following generally describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Strong technical knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and NFPA regulations desired.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
• Computer and cell phone use.

Safety Coordinator III: in addition to those listed above

• Strong technical knowledge in industrial hygiene or injury and illness prevention
  

SKILL/ABILITY TO:

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills.
• Analytical and interpretive skills.
• Ability to read measuring tools Excellent interpersonal and consultative skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.
• Clear and conceptual thinking ability.
• Excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion.
• Ability to respond to tense situations without creating more tension.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to hear, see, smell, communicate immediate hazards in a crisis (such as by shouting).

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Environmental Conditions:

• Assigned work will be performed indoors and outside, in a variety of environmental and weather conditions, with frequent contact with people face-to-face, by live video, and by phone and email. 
• Expect minimum noise from people and office machines and infrequent extreme noise near outdoor equipment. 
• Frequent driving may be required with limited transportation alternatives. 
• May work in hazardous areas where personal protective equipment is required. May perform work in confined spaces.

Physical Demands: 
Frequency does not imply essentiality.

• Constant: Standing/walking/sitting, handling (holding, light grasping), reaching below the shoulder, and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. Also, visual, auditory, memory, and mental acuity with timely and effective communication and interpretation of handwritten notes, printed materials, and electronic and manual measuring/testing devices.
• Frequent: Bending and twisting at the neck and waist, driving, computer use (keyboard, mouse, tablet), and repeated hand movements requiring dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Occasional: Reaching above the shoulder, squatting, climbing stairs, lifting/pushing/pulling 11-25 pounds, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces, exposure to excessive noise, exposure to dust/fumes/chemicals, and exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Infrequent kneeling, crawling, operating tools and equipment for testing purposes, power grasping, fine fingering, and climbing ladders to work at heights.
• Never to rare: running, operating mobile equipment, lifting/pushing/pulling more than 25 pounds, and exposure to vibration.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation

APPLICATION: 
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Beginning with your present or most recent job, show a complete record of your employment.  Describe in detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are particularly appropriate for the position for which you are applying. You may not submit resume in lieu of completing the Employment Record fields.  We will evaluate your qualifications based solely on the information entered into the Employment Record form.

It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements like “See/Refer to resume” or “See attached”. 
 
IMPORTANT:   If requesting Veteran's preference, you must attach a copy of your DD214 with your application
 
SELECTION:  
Selection procedures will be determined by the number and qualifications of applicants and may include a qualification screening, written examination, and oral interview. 
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH QUALIFYING DISABILITIES:
Inyo County will make reasonable efforts in the examination process on a case-by-case basis to accommodate persons with disabilities.   If you have special needs, please contact (760) 878-0377 prior to the examination process. 
 
CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:
Inyo County hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-citizens in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.  
 
WORK LOCATION:
The County of Inyo has work sites located throughout the Owens Valley (Independence, Bishop, Lone Pine, Big Pine, and Olancha) and the Death Valley area (Death Valley, Tecopa, and Shoshone).  All Inyo County positions are considered Countywide.  Positions are assigned to a work site based upon the needs of the County. Positions may be temporarily or permanently reassigned to another work site as deemed necessary by the Department Head and/or County Administration.