Facility Safety Manager - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Lackawanna County, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Facility Safety Manager with the Department of Human Services, you will lead safety efforts that support the well-being of everyone at Clarks Summit State Hospital. You will manage emergency planning, inspections, training, and security operations that keep the facility running safely. This position offers meaningful work with a clear purpose and daily opportunities to solve problems. Become part of a team that takes pride in strong safety standards and reliable service.

Requirements

One year of professional experience in an organized accident prevention, fire prevention, environmental safety, or security program, and a bachelor’s degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Meet the PA residency requirement.
Be able to perform essential job functions.
Submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance (required after conditional offer of employment).
Medical examination and drug screening (required after conditional offer of employment).

Responsibilities

Develop and direct safety procedures, inspections, training, and compliance activities across the facility
Create and update plans for emergencies including fire, severe weather, security threats, and other critical events
Manage fire prevention efforts, supervise fire safety staff, and guide security operations, patrols, and access control
Review accidents and safety concerns to identify causes and recommend corrective measures
Provide safety training, support managers, and ensure staff understand required safety policies and procedures
Analyze safety and security data, maintain records, and prepare reports that support regulatory compliance