Description

This professional and technical position is responsible for developing, monitoring and administering the Utilities Department’s health and safety initiatives and training program. All programs must adhere to applicable federal, state and local safety, health and environmental regulations as well as industry standards. This position develops, implements, and manages safety and training policies, procedures and directives. Responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the Department’s safety and training programs. Serves as the Department Safety Officer and liaison with the County’s Risk Management Division regarding County safety policies, objectives and training initiatives. 

** Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.

** Additional compensation based on licensure

Requirements

Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Provides technical supervision of the Safety and Training Program and enforces County and Department policies and procedures. Training may include other County Departments.

Provides oversight and management of all technical training programs for field personnel to stay compliant as well as developing, supervising, and coordinating safety training programs that improve safety awareness and safe work performance.

Manages a Safety and Training Database; prepares and submits reports on the status of various safety programs as required. Provides safety training within area of expertise.

Research, collect, and disseminate information on available training sources, methods, costs, and program evaluation and establish and maintain relationships with training partners.

Consults with all Utilities leadership, the County’s Safety Officer and other Departments about the design and use of equipment, work facilities and safety programs. 

Engages Utilities staff directly regarding safety hazards and best practices.

Initiates, verifies and processes offsite training documentation requests and as well as facilitates travel arrangements to training sites as needed. 

Inspects County facilities to identify existing or potential hazards and recommends corrective or preventative measures as appropriate.  

Reviews Federal, State, Local laws and regulations such as OSHA, DOT, EPA, DEP, and NFPA.  safety regulations and implements procedures to ensure compliance. 

Represents the County in community and industry safety groups and programs. 

Develops and maintains the Utilities Department’s safety plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to safety. 

Additional Duties

Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary. 

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.