What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health & Safety Program Manager position at American Water?
Requisition ID: 110061
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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
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Primary Role
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and implement (including delivery of) educational training programs and activities that help develop and improve the safety process within the company and to ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations
- Develop and implement the use of regulatory compliance programs, including investigating new technologies, providing professional review and recommendations for the purchase of tools, materials and equipment that will enhance safety performance throughout the organization
- Conducts safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and deficiencies that expose the company to loss or failure to comply with regulatory requirements
- Compile, analyze, and interpret data related to safety training and performance to measure the effectiveness of existing programs
- Provide assistance and expertise in accident/claim investigation and claims management, when required, and make recommendations to prevent reoccurrences
Knowledge
- Knowledge of Company Risk Management Policies and Procedures
- Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to safety and health field
- Working knowledge of the various functional areas and their role in the organization, including operating procedures of the Company Working knowledge of federal, state and local regulations, as well as a working knowledge of the various functional areas of a water utility, so as to develop and implement appropriate risk management activities associated with departmental goals
- Demonstrated understanding of a water utility operation, knowledge, of and ability to, integrate regulatory requirements into the training and development of all operating unit employees
Experience/Education
- Minimum 5 years experience in safety/loss control in a related industry or municipal operation
- Associate level degree required in a related field, i.e safety/loss control. Bachelor's level degree preferred
Travel Requirements
- Primarily limited to with Region. Some overnight travel may be required. Must be flexible
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off