Safety Manager

The City is looking for a Safety Manager who is passionate about protecting employees, strengthening workplace safety, and building a culture where safety is part of everything we do. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse organization while working with employees, supervisors, and leaders throughout the City.
The Safety Manager will lead and coordinate the City's comprehensive safety program, providing guidance, education, and support to help departments identify and reduce workplace hazards. This position will work closely with departments to promote safe work practices, ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and standards, and develop practical solutions to safety challenges.

About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds, and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and implements a comprehensive Citywide safety and accident prevention program including implementation of safety standards and regulations in accordance with federal, state and City laws, regulations, and policies and procedures.
• Builds collaborative working relationships at all levels of the City and promotes a culture of safety.
• Responds to OSHA record requests and inspections.
• Leads investigations of safety incidents and vehicle accidents to identify root causes, track for audit findings, and ensure timely and complete implementation of corrective actions.
• Oversees DOT compliance including random testing and vehicle accident prevention program
• Manages the processing and investigation of workers’ compensation claims; provides information to City Attorney for evaluation and settlement of subrogation claims.
• Conducts safety audits and field inspections of job sites; recommends proper measures to ensure a safe workplace and work practices.
• Oversees medical conversation program.
• Develops safety training curriculum; coordinates scheduling and tracking with Human Resources; conducts training.
• Monitors workers’ compensation cases and collaborates with Human Resources and third-party administrator to reduce employee lost time.
• Stays current with interpretation of existing as well as new provisions of OSHA and other regulations; revises and updates written programs.
• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Ensures maintenance of all safety related recordkeeping in compliance with OSHA and other regulations.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in public health administration, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field; and
• Seven (7) to nine (9) years of experience in safety and/or occupational health related work; or

• An equivalent combination of education and experience, where one (1) year of relevant experience may substitute for one (1) year of required education.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations

• Valid U.S. Driver’s license

• Supervisory experience
• Safety certifications

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

• Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: Choice Plan and Traditional Plan)
• Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
• Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
• 100% city paid basic life insurance
• Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City (IPERS)
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
• Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
• Longevity Pay for years of service
• Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer.