Safety and Occupational Health Manager

Life Link III • Shoreview, MN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Life Link III is seeking a Safety and Occupational Health Manager (SOHM) to oversee employee safety and occupational health programs across the organization. Reporting to the Chief of Compliance within the Compliance & Safety Department, and partnering closely with Human Resources, the SOHM ensures regulatory compliance, manages workplace risks, and promotes safe work environments. This is a hybrid position requiring occasional work at Life Link III locations, including the Shoreview office, and travel between locations.

The SOHM maintains occupational safety and health programs, records, policies, and reporting; coordinates employee health screenings, training, inspections, and audits; and oversees safety initiatives such as PPE, hazardous materials and waste programs, and the Safety Management System. The role also leads incident investigations and corrective actions, supports emergency preparedness, and works with Base Safety Representatives and organizational leaders to prevent hazards and strengthen a culture of safety, accountability, and Just Culture.

The position supports Life Link III’s mission and values while ensuring compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations and accreditation standards. It collaborates with Human Resources, Operations, Education, department leaders, vendors, and external agencies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a STEM-related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in employee safety, emergency management, industrial hygiene, public health, or a related department.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable state safety laws.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and training delivery skills.
• Ability to influence and build a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication within the organization and provide recommendations on safety and risk management performance.
• Ability to apply a systems-thinking approach to safety incidents and investigations.
• Ability to leverage data to drive efficient and effective safety-informed decisions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Ability to travel between Life Link III locations.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification or training.
• Prior healthcare industry experience.
• Experience in Part 135 or Part 121 aviation operations with a Safety Management System.
• Experience conducting Root Cause Analysis and writing comprehensive regulatory reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure organization-wide compliance with applicable OSHA, federal, state, and local safety and health regulations and accreditation standards, including CMS, AAAHC, and CAMTS.
• Maintain occupational health records, OSHA reporting, and required employee health screenings, including immunizations, respirator fit testing, hearing conservation, and physical examinations.
• Monitor regulatory changes, update policies and procedures, and coordinate regulatory inspections, surveys, and audits.
• Coordinate employee wellness, health education, and preventive health initiatives, including ergonomics, mental health, and employee assistance resources.
• Partner with Human Resources and organizational leaders on employee health matters, accommodations, workplace injuries, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work programs.
• Identify injury trends and recommend strategies to reduce workplace risks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs aligned with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Support the Safety Management System, hazardous materials and waste programs, PPE assessments, and workplace safety initiatives.
• Conduct facility inspections, safety audits, and risk assessments across all Life Link III locations.
• Lead incident and injury investigations, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop and deliver employee safety training, including new-hire orientation and annual regulatory training.
• Maintain emergency action plans and coordinate preparedness drills for fire, evacuation, severe weather, and other emergency scenarios.
• Monitor training compliance and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Track and report safety metrics, trends, audit findings, and program outcomes to organizational leadership.
• Recruit, develop, and support Base Safety Representatives, facilitate regular meetings, and provide guidance on location-specific safety concerns.
• Promote safety, accountability, employee engagement, and Just Culture principles focused on learning and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, Education, department leaders, vendors, and external agencies to maintain compliance and support a safe and healthy work environment.
• Travel between Life Link III locations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Health Savings Account with employer match.
• 401(k) with employer match, fully vested.
• Generous paid leave and paid time off.
• Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Tuition and training reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

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