Safety Specialist III - Grand Junction Regional Center (Western Slope)

State of Colorado•Grand Junction, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist III serves as the primary safety and regulatory compliance expert for the Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC), overseeing environmental safety, life safety, emergency preparedness, and facility compliance across residential and program facilities. The position develops and implements safety programs, ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, coordinates facility inspections and corrective actions, and manages fleet operations and facility improvement projects to protect the health and safety of individuals served and staff. GJRC serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have intensive needs through residential, health, mental health, day, vocational, habilitation, therapy, recreation, and nutritional services. The role works across the center’s facilities and may travel to remote work sites. It is 100% in-person at the assigned work location. Regularly listed hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, though evenings, weekends, and any shift may be required to meet agency needs. The specific shift assignment is determined upon hire, and work arrangements may change.

Requirements

Six years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned, or a combination of related education and relevant experience equal to six years.
Must reside in Colorado throughout employment; applicants from outside Colorado must relocate before their start date at their own expense.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license or, for positions within 30 miles of the Colorado state border, a non-restricted U.S. driver’s license. Out-of-state license holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of the start date.
Must travel to remote work sites and use state vehicles when available; otherwise, use a personal vehicle and submit for mileage reimbursement.
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Must be available to work any shift, any day, and/or in any area to meet agency needs.
Must be annually certified for the skilled implementation of Safety Care.
Must complete the required background checks and screenings, including applicable criminal and court checks, reference checks, professional license verification, drug screening, and other checks based on the employee’s duties.
A motor vehicle check is required if driving a state-owned vehicle.
TB testing is required; influenza and COVID vaccinations are required as specified by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Relevant years of state service experience.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee agency-wide safety programs, including risk assessments, environmental inspections, safety audits, and corrective action plans.
Serve as the primary liaison for state safety initiatives; conduct accident and incident investigations; and develop specialized safety training to ensure regulatory compliance and minimize workplace hazards.
Coordinate and facilitate regulatory inspections, licensing surveys, and internal safety audits to ensure compliance with Life Safety and Fire Safety codes.
Develop and monitor Plans of Correction, collaborate with regulatory agencies and facility personnel, and oversee inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs of specialized medical and adaptive equipment.
Develop, implement, and maintain disaster preparedness and emergency response plans across agency facilities.
Design and deliver emergency preparedness training, maintain required compliance documentation, and evaluate emergency response procedures for fires, severe weather, and other emergencies.
Oversee agency fleet operations, including vehicle assignments, preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain fleet records, coordinate transportation resources, investigate vehicle incidents, and train staff in safe vehicle operation.
Coordinate facility maintenance, repairs, equipment modifications, and improvement projects to maintain safe and compliant residential and workplace environments.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Division of Facilities Management and external vendors; manage work orders and equipment procurement; and coordinate facility modifications, furnishings, and relocation projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.