Safety Coordinator I

Full Job Description

Under general direction, works to eliminate, reduce, or otherwise mitigate the City's exposure to loss resulting from occupational injuries/illnesses, vehicle accidents, third party liability claims, and property loss within the City's administrative departments. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location
Parks & Recreation Headquarters - 5800 Enrique M. Barrera Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78227

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Requirements

Organizes, coordinates, and attends meetings with the accident review boards, safety committees.Provides or recommends visual aids, training aids, and other materials on specific safety subjects.Performs ergonomic assessments and recommends safety specifications and protective devices for equipment and fixed structures.Prepares and presents a variety of safety and training programs to employees, supervisors, and managers to disseminate information relating to safety goals, regulations, practices, techniques and standards.

Conducting presentations includes occasionally lifting and carrying audio-visual equipment weighing 25 pounds.Leads the effort to develop and maintain departmental safety policies, manuals, standard operating procedures, and accident review boards for the city's administrative departments.Investigates accidents and injuries involving city personnel or city equipment, as well as complaints launched by personnel.Reviews reports of injuries, property damage, liability, vehicle collisions, claims involving the department and initiates appropriate action.Conducts planned and unplanned safety audits and inspections to reduce occupational safety risk factors and ensure compliance with safety directives and federal, state and local regulations.Oversees department's Driver Safety Program to include annual drivers' evaluations, medical re- certifications, moving violation warrants, and suspended licenses.Monitors drug/alcohol testing programs for drivers and high risk positions.Monitor records of employees to identify eligibility for various safety awards and to identify when disciplinary actions should be taken due to safety violations.Compiles numerical data showing accident frequency, severity and related costs.

Uses this information to analyze accident related trends and costs for the department.Advises department management on changes needed to meet safety goals.Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Two (2) years of responsible experience with a safety or risk management program.

Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.

One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.

Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local safety, transportation, workers' compensation, and liability regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of accident prevention principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of training methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of investigation procedures and techniques.
• Skill in using basic office equipment and Microsoft Office software applications.
• Skill in operating vehicles and safety testing/monitoring equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co- workers, management, and the public.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are in an office and outdoor environment.