Health and Safety Technician

POSITION PURPOSE: The Health and Safety Technician works to support the Director of Risk Management to identify, evaluate, and eliminate safety hazards. This position also collaborates with district leadership to promote a culture of safety.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports the implementation of district safety programs.
• Assists in safety training for staff, students and community members.
• Supports Director of Risk Management with Vector Solutions online training platform.
• Conducts safety in (Indoor Air Quality, OSHA, Chemical Lab Safety, etc.) as directed to identify, analyze, and assess risks.
• Performs audits, assessments, and participates in safety meetings as directed.
• Investigates incidents and near misses; suggests changes and recommends corrective actions to Director of Risk Management.
• Monitors student drug testing at schools.
• Supports the BCSD Reunification process.
• Records data and compiles statistical analysis reports as directed.
• Assists the Crisis Prevention Specialist and Director of Risk Management as needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Risk Management, Chief Administrative and Human Resources officer, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Emergency Management, or related field (preferred) -or- high school diploma or equivalent plus 5 years or more of relevant experience and safety-related training.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass required background checks.

Preferred Qualifications - Must hold or be able to obtain:

• OSHA 10/30 certification.
• ASP, OHST, or similar credential.
• Instructor certifications for CPR/First Aid, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan.
• Experience with learning management systems, especially Vector Solutions.
• Experience in K–12 or multi-site safety programs.

EXPERIENCE: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Principles of occupational health, environmental safety, and industrial hygiene.
• Risk assessment and hazard identification methods.
• Emergency response, crisis management, and incident reporting procedures.
• Chemical safety, SDS usage, lab safety practices.
• Indoor air quality fundamentals.
• Training delivery best practices.
• Data tracking and documentation methods.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Skilled in safety inspections, audits, and assessments.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to use training platforms and safety systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Abilities

• Remain calm and effective during emergencies.
• Deliver engaging training to various audiences.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Collaborate effectively with teams and partners.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
2. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
3. Speak and hear.
4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
3. Have regular and punctual attendance.
4. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
5. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.

REPORTS TO:  Director of Risk Management

DAYS PER YEAR: 260

SALARY CLASSIFICATION:  Paid on the Classified Staff Salary Schedule Level 113

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Classified

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing an "Classified" application and adding this specific job to your online application.

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

EMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:

1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.

2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.

3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).

Employee's Name (Print): ___________________________________

Employee's Signature: ___________________________________

Date: __________________________

THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER