Risk Manager/Safety Officer

St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission•23121 Camden Way California, MD

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Administers and manages the Commission’s risk management program. Creates, updates and revises the Commissions safety programs as necessary; administers and coordinates the Commissions safety training programs; coordinates training programs to maintain individual employee certifications and licenses. Reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Requirements

Ability to gain thorough knowledge of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures.
Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission to the public
Expert knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of administrative management, and the ability to interpret them to the staff and the public
Extensive knowledge of required safety and OSHA standards as well as Workers’ Compensation laws and procedures, ADA compliance
Extensive knowledge of modern research and investigative techniques and procedures
Ability to prepare and conduct relevant training related to MetCom employees
Ability to supervise, train and motivate subordinate staff
Ability to prioritize and multitask; ability to follow through with assigned tasks
Ability to accurately record and report data
Knowledge and ability to use the computer and related hardware and software to accurately record and report data, effectively make safety and training presentations, reports and correspondence
Expert knowledge of commercial motor vehicle licensing and US Department of Transportation requirements as they relate to commercial vehicles
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely fashion
Ability to use available resources to research information
Bachelor’s Degree in Safety and Occupational Health or related field and five (5) years of utility or construction industry safety experience.
Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience
Must possess a valid Maryland driver’s license, Class C

Responsibilities

Creates, updates, maintains and revises (as necessary) all Commission safety programs including, but not limited to: Blood borne Pathogens, Confined Space, Construction Safety, Contractor Safety, Electrical Safety, Fall Protection, Fire Safety, Hazard Communication, Heavy Equipment and Crane Safety, Laboratory Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Personal Protective Equipment, Pesticide Application, Respiratory Protection, Risk Management, Welding and Cutting, Work Zone
Manages and maintains the Commission’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs
Manages and maintains the Commission’s training programs, policies and procedures, including, but not limited to: Electrical, Harassment, Instrumentation and Controls, New Technologies, Personnel, Professional Licensing, Safety, Supervisor and Manager, Vehicle Operations, Water and Wastewater Licensing
Conducts and/or coordinates on-site training for employees
Administers and manages the Commission’s risk management, loss prevention and insurance management programs; ensures proper risk financing; complies with OSHA standards; and provides for program effectiveness evaluation
Oversees claims processing
Manages the Commission’s Employee Safety Committee
Conducts periodic inspections of the Commission’s facilities and vehicles for safety compliance
Serves as a liaison of the Commission in safety and training matters with other organizations, including, but not limited to: LGIT, MDE, MOSH/OSHA, MRWA/NRWA, WWOA
Reviews and evaluates insurance policies, endorsements for verification of coverage; evaluates and processes coverage changes; provides explanation and interpretation of coverage
Oversees claims processing function with special attention to the resolution of Workers’ Compensation claims
Identifies and evaluates areas of risk for MetCom: duties to include building and facilities inspections, claims review and site inspections
Acts as liaison to insurance carriers
Investigates accidents and safety incidents
Performs other duties as assigned