Senior Safety & Risk Specialist

Liberty Dogs•Reno, NV

3d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Safety & Risk Specialist is responsible for helping develop, implement, and monitor the Liberty Dogs' safety and risk management programs to protect employees, volunteers, Veterans, service dogs, visitors, and organizational assets. This position serves as the primary contact for workplace safety, risk mitigation, workers' compensation administration, incident investigations, regulatory compliance, and insurance claim coordination. The Senior Safety & Risk Specialist works collaboratively across all departments to promote a culture of safety while reducing organizational risk and supporting operational excellence.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in safety, risk management, environmental health and safety (EHS), workers' compensation, or related field.
Experience conducting workplace investigations and implementing corrective actions.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and loss prevention principles.
Experience managing incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Ability to analyze trends and develop proactive risk reduction strategies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to influence and build partnerships across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and incident reporting systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
Experience managing workers' compensation claims and coordinating return-to-work programs preferred.
Professional certifications such as OSHA 30, ASP, CSP, ARM, or similar are preferred.

Responsibilities

Help develop, implement, and maintain Liberty Dogs' safety and risk management programs.
Conduct routine safety inspections of facilities, training areas, kennels, vehicles, offices, and operational environments.
Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Coordinate the organization's Safety Committee and facilitate regular safety meetings.
Maintain required safety documentation, records, and compliance reporting.
Conduct organizational risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
Monitor and analyze incident trends, near misses, and claims data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Partner with leadership to implement risk reduction initiatives.
Assist in evaluating risks associated with programs, events, volunteers, service dogs, and community activities.
Lead investigations of workplace injuries, accidents, vehicle incidents, canine-related incidents, property damage, and near-miss events.
Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate workers' compensation claims and serve as liaison with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and healthcare providers.
Support return-to-work and transitional duty programs.
Maintain accurate incident and claims records.
Help develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and other needed teams.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Coordinate required safety certifications and training records.
Support emergency preparedness, evacuation planning, and business continuity efforts.
Support vehicle safety programs, driver training, and accident prevention initiatives.
Assist in maintaining facility safety standards and emergency equipment readiness.
Partner with facilities, operations, and HR teams to address safety concerns and implement improvements.
Prepare monthly and quarterly safety reports.
Track key performance indicators including injuries, workers' compensation claims, vehicle incidents, and safety compliance metrics.
Provide recommendations to leadership regarding emerging risks and mitigation strategies.
Additional Duties as Assigned