Safety Coordinator I

Cherokee Nation Businesses•Catoosa, OK

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator I is responsible for coordinating and monitoring safety and environmental programs at designated location(s). This role ensures compliance with established safety policies, regulatory standards, and environmental requirements while serving as a liaison between management, contractors, and employees. The Safety Coordinator I plays a key role in promoting safe work practices, identifying potential hazards, and supporting continuous improvement in workplace safety initiatives. This position does not have supervisory authority.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Working knowledge of national safety and environmental standards, including fire safety programs.
Strong observational and documentation skills.
Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs.
Effective verbal, written, and multimedia communication skills to present safety concepts to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to build positive partnerships with employees and management to foster a safe work environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain required licensing through the appropriate gaming authority.
NOTE: This job is a safety sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements. A positive drug test will result in a job offer being rescinded or, for active employees, termination, even if they test positive for marijuana and have a valid medical marijuana license.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures (P&Ps) and verify completion of safety and environmental action items.
Conduct routine safety and environmental inspections and audits.
Complete and forward requisitions and recommendations to the Safety Manager as needed.
Conduct and review incident investigations; perform in-depth reviews when necessary and identify safety trends.
Facilitate safety meetings and deliver safety and environmental training to enhance safe work practices and promote awareness.
Serve as liaison between management, contractors, and employees to address safety-related concerns in daily operations.
Coordinate safety equipment supplies and related resources across assigned location(s).
Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of inspections, incidents, and corrective actions.
Work in environments that may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, noise, and other unusual elements, while adhering to required safety precautions and use of protective equipment.
Handle objects up to 25 pounds and stand and/or walk for extended periods (4+ hours daily).