Safety Program Coordinator-Bilingual English-Spanish

Village Green Landscapes•Saint Paul, MN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Village Green Landscapes is seeking an experienced and bilingual (English/Spanish) Safety Program Coordinator. This critical leadership role is responsible for the management and delivery of high-quality services while leading the organization towards a positive and forward-thinking safety culture. The position will provide structure, training, and support to drive consistent safety performance for all Village Green Landscapes teams, with overall responsibility for the facilitation and oversight of workplace safety.

Requirements

Required English and Spanish language proficiency, spoken and written
Proficient in use of technology including Microsoft suite
Demonstrated ability to create presentations, training materials, and reports
2+ years of experience with workplace safety
2+ years of experience working in the landscape/lawn maintenance industry or equivalent
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
DOT health card
Ability to pass a pre- employment drug test

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Partner with leadership to design and implement effective safety and team training programs.
Provide guidance and oversight for staff safety training.
Create, implement, and lead formal safety training curriculum.
Lead safety meetings, including Safety Committee and Safety Leadership meetings.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Maintain a strong working knowledge of OSHA requirements and other relevant safety standards.
Conduct workplace inspections, observe work practices, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Complete risk assessments and recommend corrective actions.
Develop, analyze, and communicate safety reports and performance metrics.
Provide mentorship, coaching, and support to team members and leaders.
Demonstrate strong leadership by modeling the way, inspiring a shared vision, challenging the process, enabling others to act, and encouraging the heart.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of industry equipment, tools, and work practices.
Develop technical knowledge of the work performed to effectively support teams, assess work quality, and create tools and resources for team success.
Make high-quality decisions in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment.
Promote and support a positive, proactive, and accountable safety culture throughout the organization.