TRAINING AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Uw Medicine • Seattle, WA

400d • $61,368 - $79,488

About The Position

The Training and Safety Specialist at UW Facilities is responsible for onboarding new staff, conducting training sessions, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role serves as a key liaison between various departments and focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. The specialist will manage training programs, evaluate employee performance, and lead initiatives aimed at improving job satisfaction and safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in training or adult education.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication and conflict management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills for creating training materials.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Maintain confidentiality and work with discretion and tact.
• Flexibility to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-starter capable of working in an unstructured environment.
• Ability to speak to a wide variety of audiences.
• Possession of a valid Washington State Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of training experience with the ability to determine training needs.
• Experience working with custodial services or facility services departments.
• Familiarity with University and Facilities policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Onboard newly hired staff through classroom and field training.
• Develop and conduct hands-on refresher training on equipment and cleaning procedures.
• Ensure compliance with institutional and department policies and regulations.
• Maintain and update Employee Orientation Procedures with guidance from UWF Partner Resources.
• Lead training sessions for newly hired staff, including classroom sessions and job-specific training.
• Conduct individual or group training as requested, including regulatory and annual refresher training.
• Stay current with occupational health and safety regulations and maintain safety standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison between UWF Safety, EH&S, and other regulatory agencies.
• Measure and evaluate progress related to onboarding, training, and retention of staff.
• Direct initiatives related to development, belonging, DEI, and job satisfaction.

Benefits

• Generous benefits and work/life programs.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Access to unique resources in a diverse environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees