Safety Officer (202003)

Company Description

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries.

Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

Responsible for effectively planning, developing, implementing, overseeing, and integrating the Center’s safety program.

Job Description

• Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and health and safety practices.
• Ensures compliance with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, Equus, and Center policies and procedures.
• Enforces all procedures regarding property / equipment.
• Ensures civil rights of program participants and staff are not violated and proceedings are in compliance with DOL, Equus and legal guidelines.

Maintains effective public contact and communication.

• Oversees annual Center fire inspection with local Fire Marshall, and annual inspection of fire safety equipment.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Conducts and participates in weekly and quarterly environmental safety inspections.
• Provides support to Center staff, instructors, and students.
• Serves as a positive role model for program participants by reinforcing safety practices.
• Maintain timely accurate log reports.
• Transports students as assigned.
• Assist with the monitoring of the visitor center as needed.
• Investigates safety incidents on Center and provides clear and accurate reports.
• Conducts safety inspection of work-based learning sites as required.
• Conducts in-service training for Center staff as required.
• Facilitate the monthly Safety Committee meetings; provide safety awards and recognition.
• Reports significant / major incidents or accidents to the Safety / Security Manager and Center Director or Designee.
• Cooperates in external / internal investigations as requested.
• Ensures all PRH R5 required inspections are conducted daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and health and safety practices.
• Ensures compliance with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, Equus, and Center policies and procedures.
• Enforces all procedures regarding property / equipment.
• Ensures civil rights of program participants and staff are not violated and proceedings are in compliance with DOL, Equus and legal guidelines.

Maintains effective public contact and communication.

• Oversees annual Center fire inspection with local Fire Marshall, and annual inspection of fire safety equipment.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Conducts and participates in weekly and quarterly environmental safety inspections.
• Provides support to Center staff, instructors, and students.
• Serves as a positive role model for program participants by reinforcing safety practices.
• Maintain timely accurate log reports.
• Transports students as assigned.
• Assist with the monitoring of the visitor center as needed.
• Investigates safety incidents on Center and provides clear and accurate reports.
• Conducts safety inspection of work-based learning sites as required.
• Conducts in-service training for Center staff as required.
• Facilitate the monthly Safety Committee meetings; provide safety awards and recognition.
• Reports significant / major incidents or accidents to the Safety / Security Manager and Center Director or Designee.
• Cooperates in external / internal investigations as requested.
• Ensures all PRH R5 required inspections are conducted daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Facilitate the monthly Safety Committee meetings; provide safety awards and recognition. (Records and maintains meeting minutes).
• Ensures compliance with all required PRH and OSHA training for the Safety Officer and Center staff.
• Must complete all safety-related courses as outlined in the PRH and Equus policies / procedures.
• Monitor and inspect Center equipment and material. Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attends all required staff training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related field. Combination of education and experience may be substituted for degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Two years related experience.
• Experience working with youth.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.