Risk and Safety Manager I

Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs • Oklahoma City, OK

3d • $80,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Juvenile Affairs is seeking a Risk and Safety Manager to oversee the organization’s comprehensive risk management and safety program, including insurance, safety, workers’ compensation, emergency response, and risk mitigation. The role assesses, identifies, and addresses risks that could affect the organization’s reputation, security, safety, and financial success. The position implements safety measures across the organization and prepares reports documenting workplace hazards, incidents, and regulatory data.

The position is based in Oklahoma City and Tecumseh, with a Monday–Friday schedule and primary hours of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. A flexible schedule may be available upon review. Applicants may be required to travel and must have a valid Oklahoma driver’s license to operate state-owned vehicles. A 12-month trial period is required, and applicants must pass OSBI and FBI background checks. Some positions in this job family may be designated safety-sensitive.

The Office of Juvenile Affairs is a hope-centered agency that collaborates with youth, families, and community partners to provide pathways to success through prevention and treatment. Its vision is that all Oklahoma youth and families have the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field, plus one year of professional experience in industrial relations, safety, safety inspection, safety education, transportation management, engineering, human resources, or risk management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of qualifying professional experience for each year of required education.
• Knowledge of federal and state statutes and policies relating to wage and hour standards, child labor, workers’ compensation, and private employment agencies.
• Knowledge of supervision principles, administration and management practices, payroll and business practices as they relate to labor law, technical report writing, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to supervise professional, technical, and clerical personnel; plan, direct, and administer an effective program; develop division-level policy; and prepare and control a budget.
• Ability to handle confidential work with tact and discretion and interpret and make decisions in accordance with established laws, rules, and procedures.
• Ability to analyze problems and recommend effective solutions, conduct multiple projects simultaneously, communicate effectively orally and in writing, write reports, and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to demanding and changing timelines, maintain discretion and integrity, and work effectively and collaboratively with staff at all levels.
• May be required to travel as part of job responsibilities.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Must pass OSBI and FBI background checks.
• Must complete a 12-month trial period.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments by collecting and analyzing documentation, statistics, reports, and market trends.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to identify and address risks across organizational departments and services.
• Review and evaluate risk management policies and protocols, recommend improvements, and implement necessary changes.
• Recommend and implement risk management solutions, including insurance, safety protocols, business continuity plans, and recovery measures.
• Analyze data such as cash flow, inventory, breakage, and employee activity to identify potential fraud.
• Draft and present risk management reports, proposals, and safety plans to executive leadership and senior staff.
• Develop and administer occupational health and safety programs to prevent accidents and mitigate risks, including industrial, motor vehicle, and workplace accidents.
• Coordinate safety training, develop goals for safety and health initiatives, and provide technical support to leadership on safety matters.
• Oversee workers’ compensation and ensure compliance with occupational injury and illness recordkeeping requirements.
• Collaborate with departments to reduce employee exposure to hazards in different work environments.
• Ensure compliance with the agency’s emergency response plan and implement organization-wide safety measures.
• Assist with ADA compliance by developing, implementing, and monitoring policies and practices supporting accommodations for employees with disabilities.
• Manage risks related to equipment, liability, property damage, and workers’ compensation.
• Support the agency’s mission, values, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and ethical code.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• Choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing-condition exclusions.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent-care expenses.
• Retirement savings plan with a company match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year for full-time employees.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Longevity bonuses.
• Training opportunities and continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level