Director of Risk Management and Safety

Winter Services • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Risk Management and Safety, develops, implements, and oversees comprehensive, enterprise-wide policies for occupational health, environmental safety, and loss prevention to minimize financial and operational risk. This executive-level role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT), manages claims and insurance, and directs emergency preparedness to foster a culture of safety.

Requirements

• Work Location: Position is in Milwaukee WI, unless you are traveling to other sites.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge: Expertise in OSHA, DOT, and industry-specific regulations.
• Skills: Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
• Experience: Most positions require 10–15 years of progressive safety and risk experience, with at least 5 years in a management capacity.
• Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Associate in Risk Management (ARM)

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree or equivalent job experience a plus.
• Legal background and/or experience working closely with legal counsel on litigation/claims, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the organization's overarching risk management and safety vision. This includes setting annual safety objectives and presenting performance metrics to the board or C-suite.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company adheres to all federal, state, and local laws, specifically OSHA , EPA, and DOT standards.
• Insurance & Claims Management: Oversee the organization's insurance portfolio (Property, Casualty, Workers' Comp). This involves managing relationships with brokers, evaluating coverage levels, and overseeing the investigation and settlement of claims.
• Incident Investigation: Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for major accidents and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Emergency Preparedness: Design and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure the organization can function after a crisis.
• Budget Oversight: Develop and manage the department’s budget, including safety equipment procurement and training resources.
• Safety Culture: Foster a "culture of safety" through proactive training, "Safe Catch" or "Near-Miss" reporting programs and leading the Safety Committee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees