Safety Manager #16410003

Our client, a government organization in Oakland is looking for an experienced Safety Manager to join their team on a 3-6 month basis.  Ideal candidates will have experience administering and implementing safety programs and plans related to workplace safety and loss prevention.  This role is 100% onsite in Oakland and the pay rate is between $75.00 - $80.00 per hour.
REQUIREMENTS
 

• Plans, organizes, manages, and directs the operations, staff, and activities of the Safety unit including oversight of safety programs and strategies designed to mitigate risk and facilitate workplace safety to reduce employee injuries and liability exposure.
• Oversees the implementation and coordination of various safety management programs including, training, , environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, and emergency and business recovery programs.
• Manages employees within the Safety unit; develops, mentors and guides staff in achieving goals and objectives
• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, work standards, policies and procedures for the Safety unit.
• Oversees the establishment and implementation of standardized training programs to enhance and encourage employee awareness of occupational safety issues in the workplace
• Develops and directs the administration and continuous maintenance of a diverse range of policies, procedures, and workforce safety programs and plans
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the District's Emergency Preparedness Program, including program modifications to adhere to regulatory requirements
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the District's Emergency Operations and Business Recovery Plans.
• Oversees and leads staff in conducting audits and analysis of hazards, workplace injuries, accident investigations, trend analysis, development of corrective action plans (CAPs), and regular safety awareness campaigns.,
• Identifies trends and opportunities for the development of safety training programs
• Develops, administers, and controls the unit's budget
• Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of safety programs and procedures
• Serves as a liaison to other District departments, divisions, and outside agencies including the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and California OSHA
• Presents information to the Board of Directors and various commissions, committees, and boards.
• May provide recommendations for corrective and/or disciplinary action in response to safety violations.

QUALIFICATIONS:
 

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in risk management, occupational health, and safety or closely related field.
• Seven years of professional-level experience in workplace safety and risk management at least three years of which involved supervisory experience preferably in the public transit sector.
• Knowledge of safety management systems, Root cause analysis, Job hazard analysis, Industrial hygiene and Workplace safety

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 

• May be tasked with lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs., if able to do so.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for moderate periods of time.
• Must be able to bend at the knees and waist frequently
• Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and a computer mouse and keyboard.

All employment is contingent on candidates providing at least two positive professional references from prior managers.
We are looking for local candidates only.  U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
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