Safety Officer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Four (4) years of responsible parks and open space maintenance and/or construction experience, including at least one (1) year of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience over multiple crews.
• High School Diploma or GED, supplemented by specialized training in environmental science, horticulture, landscape maintenance, or a related field.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver License, Pesticide Applicator License, and ISA Certified Arborist.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, the City of Grand Junction Leadership Track certification within two (2) years of appointment.
• This position is a safety-sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in horticulture, ecology, landscape architecture, or natural resource management
• Experience with arid-land and riparian plant communities and restoration practices
• Ability to connect design intent with practical maintenance and operations
• Skilled communicator with a passion for community engagement and education
• Strategic thinker with experience in partnership-building and land conservation efforts

Responsibilities

• Supervise, assign, and review the work of parks maintenance staff; participate in hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action as needed
• Assist in developing program goals, policies, and procedures; evaluate operations and recommend improvements
• Participate in annual budget development, forecasting, and expenditure monitoring for assigned programs
• Serve as a safety officer for assigned divisions, providing OSHA and City safety training and ensuring proper chemical handling and documentation
• Coordinate equipment needs, prepare bid specifications, requisition supplies, and maintain inventory levels
• Assist with capital improvement projects, including reviewing plans, designing landscapes and irrigation systems, creating and implementing restoration plans, making recommendations for acquisitions, and overseeing contractors
• Inspect work in progress and completed projects to ensure compliance with City, departmental, and safety standards
• Develop and oversee landscapes that merge horticultural design with native high desert and riparian systems
• Guide plant selection, water use, and maintenance practices toward climate-adapted, sustainable outcomes
• Lead and implement riparian and high desert restoration projects to improve ecological function and resilience
• Serve as a community educator and regional leader, influencing landscape practices through outreach, partnerships, and demonstration projects
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the City’s open space portfolio, including land acquisition and conservation partnerships
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, agencies, nonprofits, and landowners
• Align daily operations with long-term stewardship and land management goals

Benefits

• 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for personal and/or sick days
• 11 paid holidays
• Health insurance options
• Employer-matched retirement
• A City employee health clinic
• A City employee child care center
• Wellness program
• An Employee Assistance Program