Safety Coordinator #2308-226700-01
- Date Opened
- Thursday, August 03, 2023 8:00 AM
- Close Date
- Thursday, August 17, 2023 11:59 PM
- Section
- Storm Water Services
- Salary
- $68,082 - $85,103 Commensurate With Experience
Introduction
Overview
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.
Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.
Function
Summary
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform inspections and evaluations of job sites and facilities to ensure safe working conditions
- Assists in the development and implementation of OSHA-required written safety programs, general safety programs, policies and procedures
- Conducts new employee safety training, refresher training and OSHA-required safety training
- Lead the Confined Space Entry program and comply with all City and OSHA requirements
- Conduct toolbox meetings and create safety minutes for ongoing learning opportunities for staff
- Assists in ergonomic reviews of operations including building, office, and driving safety
- Conducts accident investigations and reporting along with trend and root cause analyses
- Develops corrective action plans to prevent recurrence of safety incidents
- Conducts personal protective equipment (PPE) hazard assessment reports
- Conducts Divisional and Departmental Safety Team meetings as required
- Leads Hazard Communication Standard program and evaluations
- Maintains inspection and training logs of all activities conducted
- Attends and represents the Department at Citywide Safety Team meetings and completes Citywide Safety Team assignments as required
- Analyzes team and employee safety performance issues and prescribes courses of action for improvement
- Acts as a liaison for the Department with other City departments and the North Carolina Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health section (NCOSHA)
- Reviews OSHA 300 Logs and annual safety rates for the Department
- Assists in ordering of PPE and first aid supplies as needed
- Assist with PPE documentation and reimbursement programs
- Attends safety trainings and seminars to keep knowledge base current and up to date
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of OSHA Standards for General Industry (29 CFR 1910) and Construction (29 CFR 1926)
- Knowledge of applicable safety regulations
- Knowledge of Work Zone Safety and Traffic Control Devices
- Experience in developing safety training course material
- Experience in conducting safety training for individuals and large groups
- Experience in conducting safety inspections
- Ability to compile detailed written reports
- Ability to prepare and present reports to senior management
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with managers and employees
- Valid operator’s license is required with good driving record
- Must be eligible to obtain and retain a City Driving Authorization throughout employment
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Will require wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Preferred Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree with major course work in occupational safety and health, industrial engineering, biological, physical or natural sciences, public administration or related field
- Five years of progressive professional safety experience developing and delivering general industry and construction safety services
- Experience in trenching, excavation, and confined space entry safety
- OSHA 500 and 501 certifications preferred
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree with three years of relevant work experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with one year of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties
Conditions of Employment
The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.
Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.
Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.
The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How To Apply
Apply online.
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Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.
Benefits
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.
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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
In Conclusion