Safety Specialist

Glenview Park District•Glenview, IL

19h•$26 - $35

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY The Safety Specialist reports to the Director of Risk & Special Projects and assists with the overall District-wide safety and risk management program. The Safety Specialist works collaboratively with staff across departments to foster a culture of safety, reduce risk and maintain compliance. Specific duties include, but are not limited, to: Maintains records of safety incidents, training sessions, and compliance documentation Works with departments to manage the certificate of insurance (COI) process by reviewing and recording received COIs and corresponding agreements Ensure that safety data sheets are current and readily available to employees Maintain District video asset inventory system Assist with safety planning for special events, site inspections, prepare safety equipment for events; act as Safety Coordinator at select events Provide safety training for staff including CPR/AED/First Aid, hazard communication Conduct safety orientation to new employees Coordinate emergency preparedness plans, drills, and response protocols Oversee the implementation of the Safety Incentive Program Conduct regular site visits and safety audits/inspections of facilities and parks to ensure safety requirements are being followed

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree preferred) in Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resource Management, Recreation, Sports Management, Physical Education, Business Administration or related field. Will consider significant and material experience in lieu of formal education
At least 2 years’ experience in risk management, safety or parks and recreation preferred
Must be able to acquire the following certifications: CPR Instructor Certification (within six (6) months)
Valid Illinois driver’s license required along with own source of reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains records of safety incidents, training sessions, and compliance documentation
Works with departments to manage the certificate of insurance (COI) process by reviewing and recording received COIs and corresponding agreements
Ensure that safety data sheets are current and readily available to employees
Maintain District video asset inventory system
Assist with safety planning for special events, site inspections, prepare safety equipment for events; act as Safety Coordinator at select events
Provide safety training for staff including CPR/AED/First Aid, hazard communication
Conduct safety orientation to new employees
Coordinate emergency preparedness plans, drills, and response protocols
Oversee the implementation of the Safety Incentive Program
Conduct regular site visits and safety audits/inspections of facilities and parks to ensure safety requirements are being followed