JOB TITLE: Asst. Safety Manager - Grounds
Bargaining Unit Status: Non-Bargaining Unit
FULL-TIME ? , OR PART-TIME ? (40 hours per week; M-F 6:30 AM-3:30 PM with occasional Saturday)
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma. (Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety or related field preferred)
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years’ experience in a rehabilitation, non-profit facility or comparable setting in the area(s) of operations, quality or safety.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and general computer operation is required.
- Working knowledge of grounds maintenance operations, practices and equipment.
- Strong working knowledge of disability management and awareness.
- Knowledge of OSHA and Workplace Safety practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of the Ability One federal law.
- Additional Preferred Qualifications: Completion of Basic Crew Lead and Supervisor Course or equivalent thru SourceAmerica Online Academy.
- Safety Professional/Specialist Certification or equivalent certification preferred.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be authorized for coverage under agency insurance if operating agency vehicle, have good driving record, valid Alabama driver’s license, and/or required level of personal auto insurance.
- Must achieve/maintain Safety Professional/Specialist or equivalent Certification within 12 months of assuming position.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, per company requirements.
- Ability to communicate with tact and maintain confidentiality.
- Adequate ability in communicating in spoken conversation - adequate volume speech.
- Adequate ability in writing/reading/mathematics.
- Ability to effectively build and maintain positive working relationships with management and peers.
- Strong organizational, project planning, and management experience with proven analytical and multi-tasking skills.
- Superior listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in general reporting and basic case file management.
- Eligible to be approved to operate a Phoenix vehicle
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Safety Manager
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist with regular safety meetings/training sessions to promote workplace safety education and trend analysis.
- Assist with insuring all employees receive proper initial safety training upon hiring/call-back and refresher training annually (includes general safety and equipment specific.)
- Assist with the enforcement of all safety policies and procedures.
- Assist with completing accident reports and all associated documentation within specified timelines. Maintain all applicable files for specified timeframe.
- Assist with Filing workers compensation claims and follow up as needed with insurance company.
- Assist with seeing that proper treatment is provided for any injuries, e.g. first aid, OH clinic, 911/medical professionals.
- Assist with Maintaining Haz-Mat inventory and SDS book.
- Assist with providing contractually required reports to the customer point of contact (see applicable contract documents for list of deliverables.)
- Maintain open lines of communication with customer safety and environmental personnel.
- Assist with the purchase of safety equipment and supplies.
- Assist with maintaining records for OSHA 300 and 300A.
- Ensure compliance with all Phoenix and customer safety policies and procedures.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO THIS POSITION MAY INCLUDE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Implement, promote, and enforce the Phoenix Safety Program for Grounds Maintenance Operations on the Redstone Arsenal.
- Maintain all records and documentation for Phoenix, OSHA, Workers Comp, Redstone Garrison, etc.
- Administration of the safety plan so that a safe workplace is maintained for all employees.
- Complete and accurate safety-related documentation and record keeping
EMOTIONAL CAPACITIES:
- Must be able to change routine positively.
- Must be able to follow through on assignments independently.
- Must have good organizational skills.
- Must have a long attention span in order to listen to people, perceive the real problems and bring issues to a successful conclusion.
- Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for the organization at any given point in time.
- Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must have stable work behaviors on a daily basis.
- Must have adequate individual coping skills.
- Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
- Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict and make effective decision even in emergencies.
- Must be able to exercise good judgment to maintain a safe work environment.
RATE OF PAY: $55,000 PER YEAR
**This is a 120-day temporary promotion with the option to to permanent with no further competition.**
Phoenix is an equal-opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including "disabled veterans" or veterans with service-connected disabilities, "are encouraged to apply".
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on disability, being a veteran, female, minority or in another protected group. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Phoenix internal and programmatic applicants, and individuals with disabilities, will receive first consideration.
Condition of employment may include compliance with infection prevention protocols recommended by CDC, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
