Safety Coordinator

Okaloosa County • Crestview, FL

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About The Position

Provides technical safety and health support to promote and improve workforce safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Technology, Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health or closely related field
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the safety field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office to include Excel and Word
• Requires a valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction safety is preferred.
• Experience with a state or local government in the safety field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of various written safety and health programs, to include Hazard Communication, Exposure Control (Bloodborne Pathogens and TB), and Respiratory Protection.
• Administers safety training programs; develops and customizes training courses, content and materials; delivers training; evaluates effectiveness; and makes necessary adjustments to improve training and outcomes.
• Conducts regular safety, health, and ergonomic inspections of facilities, equipment, and worksites to identify hazards and verify compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and standards.
• Prepares reports documenting inspection findings; provides recommendations for corrective actions to address identified deficiencies.
• Evaluates safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) needs and participates in the selection and implementation of appropriate solutions.
• Develops and maintains a database for tracking employee safety training and required certifications; maintains supporting documentation.
• Designs, produces and distributes newsletters, safety bulletins and flyers regarding safety activities and awareness campaigns.
• Ensures periodic inspections of motorized vehicles are conducted.
• Conducts incident investigations, documents findings, and provides updates to the Risk Manager.
• Assists the Risk Manager in maintaining and advancing the long-range plan for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance of public accommodations; coordinates with the Risk Manager regarding plan updates, changes, and compliance-related matters.
• Coordinates with Emergency Management Operations to ensure safety protocols are met during a County or State declared emergency.
• Assists in the maintenance of the County’s Risk Management Policies and Procedures and Safety Manual.
• Leads and coordinates the County’s Safety Committee; cultivates positive and productive working relationships with County departments, employees and vendors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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