Safety Coordinator

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & INCLUSION

As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customers’ needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

DEFINITION

Under direction of the Risk Manager; serve as an Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) technical expert and support the mission of the Division of Risk Management. Assist County departments, safety committees, managers and employees in identifying and resolving OEHS issues and ensure that new and existing County-wide programs are implemented and maintained. Conduct safety assessments, incident investigations, and risk analysis to eliminate, substitute, engineer, administratively control, advise, and report out on various occupational and OEHS related issues. Facilitate risk management programs and maintain records and confidentiality. Receive and disseminate OEHS information to the appropriate stakeholders. Develop and present a variety of OEHS related training. Perform assigned tasks as required.

Develops, implements and coordinates Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) programs with all County departments; collects and analyzes data on OEHS hazards with questionnaires, personal interviews, on-site assessments, and review of incident and injury records; prepares a variety of statistical and other reports based on available data to highlight present, and mitigate future, incidents and injuries; serves as technical expert on applicable federal, state and local OEHS laws, rules and regulations which includes communicating information to stakeholders as needed, coordinating associated compliance and reporting activities; receives, reviews and responds to OEHS questions, interests, and concerns; works with employees and departmental management in the promotion and implementation of OEHS practices; reviews, develops, and recommends OEHS procedural changes when appropriate; prepares necessary reports and communications to managers, employees and safety committees on OEHS issues; implements and delivers training programs; assists departments with setting OEHS priorities and evaluates the effectiveness of departmental OEHS programs; assists managers and in developing safety policies, safety procedure, and related work rules as needed; identifies and acquires necessary training and informational materials; develops incentive programs to strengthen employee involvement and commitment to OEHS goals; conducts investigations of accidents and injuries; assists the Risk Manager in the development of policies, procedures, and programs designed to reduce the frequency and severity of job-related injuries and illnesses; identifies and eliminates safety hazards and encourages safe working habits and behaviors; serves as staff to the Dane County’s Safety and Working Conditions Study Committee; maintains OSHA logs and related files and posts annually; prepares educational and informational materials; attends a variety of meetings and events related to OEHS.

Education,Training,andExperience:

Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the field of Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) or a related field. Plus, a minimum of three (3) years of responsible administrative experience in the operation of a program in an OEHS or related field. Experience must include at least three (3) years of significant involvement in OEHS or related program development, implementation and monitoring and OEHS hazard identification and resolution. Must have a minimum of one (1) year of forklift and ariel lift training evaluation and train the trainer experience.

Special Requirements:

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver's license. A safe driving record is required. Also refer to the “Physical and Environmental Work Requirements” section below.

Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job’s responsibilities. Wisconsin’s Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position’s responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant’s criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

For Bilingual Positions: 

* If applicable, individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether results of bilingual language certifications/ examinations they currently hold qualify them for the position’s bilingual designation.

Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:

Ability to wear respirator, stand for extended periods of time, climb ladders and stairs, enter and exit confined spaces, walking, standing, and navigating unfinished/uneven surfaces, perform overhead and below the waist tasks, ability to lift 50 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of administrative practices and procedures required for the management of an Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) program. Knowledge of the principles and laws concerning OEHS. Knowledge of OEHS hazard techniques and statistical methods for analyzing incidents and injury data. Must have the skills to develop, organize, recommend, and present OEHS training courses. Ability to write OEHS policies and procedures. Ability to organize and revise OEHS programs for a variety of essential work functions and work environments. Ability to write and present proposals in a clear and concise manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, and federal, state, and local OEHS agencies. Ability to identify unsafe working conditions and OEHS training needs. Ability to perform ergonomic assessments. Ability to use various testing/monitoring equipment including air sampling equipment. Knowledge and experience in preparing, taking samples, and testing/ submission to testing lab, and chain of custody protocols. Knowledge and experience in Continuity of Operations (COOP) development, real-time and table top exercises, and debrief (Hot Wash). Knowledge and experience evaluating, investigating, and resolving general liability, worker’s compensation, and subrogation claims.