Quality Assurance Specialist and Safety Officer

Arc Herkimer • Village of Herkimer, NY

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Arc Herkimer is seeking a dedicated and proactive Quality Assurance Specialist / Safety Officer to help maintain excellence across its programs and facilities. This role involves ensuring compliance and quality standards, supporting agency-wide quality improvement initiatives, and leading the agency's safety program. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality, compliance, safety, and making a difference in the community, with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to creating safe environments where people can thrive.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Human Services or a related field and three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field and one (1) year of relevant experience.
• High School Diploma/GED and five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Workplace safety experience required.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret regulations and implement practical solutions.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, investigations, or reviews.
• Agency-approvable driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, OPWDD regulations, and compliance standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, reviews, and assessments to ensure compliance and quality standards are met.
• Assist with HIPAA privacy and security compliance efforts.
• Support agency-wide quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct investigations and reviews as assigned.
• Interpret regulations and help departments develop effective compliance processes.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on quality and compliance topics.
• Help strengthen systems that support outstanding services for the people we support.
• Lead and coordinate Arc Herkimer's agency-wide safety program.
• Chair the Safety Committee and promote a culture of safety.
• Conduct and oversee safety inspections across agency locations.
• Track, analyze, and report safety data and trends.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, OPWDD, and other applicable regulations.
• Coordinate safety training programs for employees.
• Oversee safety equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Assist with emergency preparedness, disaster planning, and workplace safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Help strengthen quality services across the agency.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment.
• Be part of a team committed to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Support Arc Herkimer's mission of empowering people with disabilities and enriching lives throughout our community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED