Safety Officer

**IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED FOR THIS POSITION, YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION**

Under general supervision, the HHS Safety Officer will administer environmental safety and emergency management systems, policies and programs to protect HHS property, assets, patients, staff and visitors in compliance with all established requirements, codes, regulations, licensing and accrediting standards by performing the below duties. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Essential Functions:Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

1. Constructively visits and performs assessments to evaluate all HHS properties/areas to provide feedback, reports and guidance to mitigate, reduce, or eliminate risks to people and property.
2. Responsible for the hazard communications including the process for selection, storing, inventorying, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials, managing and monitoring hazardous gases and vapors, Safety Data Sheet management, and all related staff training.
3. Responsible for the planning and logistics of a variety of training courses related to HHS Emergency Preparedness, Incident Command System, Environmental Safety practices, Fire and Risk prevention, and Hazard Communication.
4. Schedules, conducts, and evaluates fire/emergency drills as well as reviews emergency plans across all HHS campuses and reports any deficiencies and gives recommendations to Management.
5. Responsible for drafting, updating, and training staff on all HHS Incident Response, Business Continuity Operations Plans, etcetera that are related to emergency operations.
6. Works closely with Infection Control Team and Facility Team to ensure preventative measures and safety audits are conducted through the facility.
7. Facilitates the EOC Committee and actively participates in the Infection Prevention Committee and Risk Review Committees.
8. Oversees the safety of patients from an Environmental Safety perspective. Works in collaboration with clinical staff to identify risks and recommend solutions per HHS policy.
9. Assist in the planning, execution, and evaluation of a variety of emergency and disaster preparedness drills for all HHS locations.
10. Reports all safety and risk subjects to higher decision makers on a very timely basis to prevent dangerous, expensive and/or traumatic outcomes.
11. Maintains continually updated knowledge of all Environmental Safety and Emergency Management subjects, regulations and solutions as they relate to healthcare services and environments by participating in a variety of department, ambulatory care, professional meetings and educational programs.
12. Provides guidance to staff members regarding Life Safety Code and AAAHC standards and related subjects.
13. Ensures that all safety and risk data entered, retained and/or utilized is accurate and factually founded
14. Works closely and productively with Facilities Management, Security Team and Planning, Design, and Construction teams to ensure compliance with all established requirements, codes, regulations, licensing and accrediting standards. Complete, Track, and Approve ICRAs as needed.
15. Demonstrates ability to regularly change priorities to accomplish all tasks despite frequent interruptions.
16. Performs other job related duties as assigned by the HHS Leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the culture, customs, traditions, history, government, and the needs of the families of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of the quality management cycle and quality improvement procedures.
• Knowledge of compliance management strategies.
• Knowledge of performance measurement.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of project management.
• Knowledge of data management software including spreadsheet development and use.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and tribal laws regarding privacy and confidentiality in regards to client records and information.
• Knowledge of policy, procedure and technical writing.
• Knowledge (basic) and understanding of health conditions including physical and mental health.
• Knowledge of program evaluation, data collection and assessment.
• Knowledge of AAAHC standards.
• Knowledge of ICRA processes.

• Skill facilitating small and large groups in order to address program issues, needs and problem resolution.
• Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of groups, resource agencies and demographics at all levels of the Community and outside SRPMIC.
• Skill in Writing and Communication including writing detailed narrative and statistical reports.
• Skills in technology including using personal computer and related software, including MS Office, MS Teams, SharePoint, and all other required software in order to fulfill job requirements.

• Ability to balance and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to lead and facilitate interdisciplinary teams within a committee structure.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping systems and procedures including computerized record keeping.
• Ability to work with a variety of staff members in a team approach to service delivery.
• Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including, but not limited to, photocopiers, fax machines and personal computers.
• Ability to bend, lift, and move in a manner consistent with the duties assigned.

• Education & Experience: Associates Degree in Safety, Public Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental or Health Science related field required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years related work experience in Emergency Management, Environmental Safety or a closely related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience.
• Two (2) years of related work experience in Healthcare Industry
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certifications IS- 100, 200, 700 and 800 within six (6) months of hire
• Certification in occupational health and safety courses preferred.
• Prior medical environment work experience is preferred.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.

Employment Type: Full-Time