Safety Analyst - City

City of Oklahoma City, OK • Oklahoma City, OK

43d • $29 - $45

About The Position

This position is located in the Utilities Safety Section within the Administration Division of the Utilities Department of the City of Oklahoma City and is under the direction of an immediate supervisor. The Safety Analyst is primarily responsible for applying safety-related knowledge to perform program research, development, and design functions, and to implement safety programs for supervisory and non-supervisory employees. An employee in this classification performs work requiring knowledge and skills acquired prior to assuming the position. Essential job functions include: conducting research; analyzing statistical data; reporting job injuries and vehicle accidents and recommending corrective actions; identifying and assessing safety training needs; presenting training programs; maintaining training and safety records and documentation; and assisting in the evaluation of long and short-term safety initiatives. This position requires considerable contact with City personnel at all levels of the City organization and outside agency representatives to exchange information and provide assistance related to safety programs and activities. The position also requires skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships, and a demonstrated ability to relate effectively to individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds. The incumbent's work product is reviewed by an immediate supervisor for soundness of judgment, compliance with pertinent rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and program accomplishments.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe work practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of pertinent local, state, and federal safety laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of employee training and development techniques.
• Skill in development and presentation of training programs and information.
• Skill in conducting safety training needs assessments.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in applying knowledge of research principles and practices.
• Skill in implementing safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Skill in analyzing large amounts of data and apply principles of logical thinking.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Willingness to make work-related decisions and assume responsibility for decisions made.
• Ability to relate to individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to convey information in an understandable format.
• Ability to supervise clerical staff functions.
• Possession of a valid Driver License (Operator).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience performing occupational safety and health duties for a similar size or type of organization.
• Experience assessing field operations for safety compliance and demonstrating safe work procedures to employees.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• conducting research
• analyzing statistical data
• reporting job injuries and vehicle accidents and recommending corrective actions
• identifying and assessing safety training needs
• presenting training programs
• maintaining training and safety records and documentation
• assisting in the evaluation of long and short-term safety initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement
• A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development