SPECIALIST, FACILITIES OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

11d•$61,346 - $73,617

About The Position

The Specialist, Facilities Occupational Safety performs safety audits of district facility buildings, provides employee safety training, maintains safety records, and supports Denver Public Schools’ safety efforts. The position reports directly to the Program Manager, Facilities Occupational Safety. The role assists with implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and the Denver Public Schools Safety Program. It conducts audits, surveys, and inspections; documents findings and recommendations; and follows up on corrective or preventive measures. The specialist also supports safety program development and prepares safety presentations.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a safety-related discipline.
Three years of safety, health, and construction-related safety industry experience.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community, while supporting all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working for DPS.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Federal Aviation Administration Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107).
Safety certifications in related subjects, such as ASP, COSS, or CHST.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and the Denver Public Schools Safety Program.
Identify and discuss compliance issues, safety risks, and improvement opportunities with the safety manager through daily, weekly, and monthly audits.
Advise the safety manager on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions.
Plan and assist with employee training in work site safety practices.
Maintain safety files and records, including site safety audits and follow-up reports.
Perform safety surveys and inspections of DPS facility buildings and playgrounds; prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures, and follow up to ensure measures are implemented.
Assist with the development, evaluation, and upgrading of safety programs.
Prepare relevant safety presentations for department meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.