Sr. Safety & Loss Specialist, (A262060-1), 207, Risk Management

• Assists the Risk Management Division in implementing and enforcing the City's safety and Loss Control Program.
• Investigates work-related accidents and incidents involving City employees, such as but not limited to Motor Vehicle Accidents (MVA) or Property Damage; identifies causes and makes recommendations for corrective action through written reports; maintains accurate and thorough records per protocol; communicates with all Department Directors and individuals involved.
• Supports safe work practices through field and worksite audits; identifies hazards and unsafe work practices.
• Analyzes data, employee accident reports, and workers' compensation claims; identifies trends, causes of injuries, and recommends proper training and corrective action.
• Guides employees on how to use safety equipment and techniques in the proper manner.
• Conducts studies and analysis of industrial accident causes and hazards.
• Assist in formulating general safety policies and procedures to be followed by departmental personnel in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Consults with all departments on design and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Inspects City facilities to detect existing or potential accident and safety/health hazards and recommends corrective or preventive measures when required.
• Alerts and apprises managers, supervisors, and employees to the hazards of working with toxic fumes, dangerous chemicals, and other hazardous substances.
• Conducts regular safety inspections, assesses fire exit plans, and coordinates fire drills for City properties.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations.
• Identifies safety training needs based on accident trend analysis.
• Develops and maintains safety programs for various departments and conducts regular safety training's, safety meetings, and/or tail-gate meetings.
• Evaluates and analyzes all workers' compensation injuries and identifies trends and recommends corrective action.
• Identifies loss trends and recommends corrective actions.
• Monitors recommended corrective actions to ensure their implementation and effectiveness.
• Serves as a safety resource for all departments, department safety committees, the City's Safety Committee, and the general public.
• Compiles and maintains injury records, accident investigation reports, training records, inspection reports, and fire drill reports.
• Assists departments in designing and implementing an Accident Prevention Plans (APP) based on department trend analysis.
• Monitors and audits the department's Accident Prevention Plans (APP) and ensures the department is meeting all recordkeeping requirements (if applicable).
• Coordinates, completes, reviews, and updates the City's Safety and Loss Prevention Manual.
• Performs Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Researches literature, laws, standards, and technical developments in the field of occupational safety and health.
• Provides timely and effective safety services for all City departments and sites.
• Responds to motor vehicle accidents that involve City-owned vehicles, mobile equipment and/or property, which includes leased units.
• Receives and investigates employee complaints of unsafe working conditions.
• Compiles and submits reports to state and federal agencies when required.
• Conducts construction site inspections, safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) inspections, building inspections, traffic control inspections, and event inspections.
• Trains employees on safety policies, procedures, and protocols including but not limited to vehicle policy, reporting procedures, special events safety inspection policy, personal protective equipment (PPE), First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
• Attends training to gain knowledge and competencies required to conduct inspections.
• Maintains 24/7 availability to respond to any accidents or incidents when on-call duty.
• Documents all accidents, injuries, complaints, incidents, trainings, and inspections.
• Must possess basic computer skills; will be required to create material to employee training that includes but is not limited to: PowerPoint presentations, training manuals, etc.
• Required to be on-call after hours and weekends.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other related work as required.

• Knowledge of City and departmental operations.
• Knowledge of Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Regulations.
• Knowledge of Texas Department of Health Haz-Com Regulations.
• Knowledge of adult safety training techniques.
• Knowledge of Hazardous Materials and Standards of Occupational Safety and Health.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of current developments in accident investigation, occupational safety and health, safety trainings and may attend related specific training
  seminars.
• Knowledge of basic property/casualty insurance and coverage principles.
• Knowledge of construction, shoring, heavy equipment, traffic controls, utilities, and 811 (line locating).  
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE), First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillators (AED).
• Knowledge of City and departmental operations.
• Knowledge of safety best practices.
• Knowledge of Texas Department of Health Haz-Com Regulations.
• Knowledge of City of Laredo policies and procedures.    
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software, including but not limited to: Microsoft) Office Suite, Canva, Webex, and Adobe Acrobat/Foxit.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

• Skill in customer service.
• Skill in project management.
• Skill in planning, organization, and time management. 
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound independent judgement.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to conduct statistical analysis.
• Ability to compile, analyze, interpret data and report on findings.
• Ability to speak in public and make presentations before audiences of different size.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo which includes but is not limited to behavior, appearance, communication, and work ethic.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Physical Effort Requirements 

Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.        Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

 Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space 
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment

Often

• Office or similar indoor environment

Exposures 

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Sometimes

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel

 Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• International travel

• National travel

Sometimes

• Regional travel

Often

• Local travel

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least three (3) years of experience in safety or risk management

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

• Certified Playground Safety Inspector from the National Recreation & Park Association (NRPA) is desirable

The following Licenses and/or Certifications must be obtained after employment. Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated from the time of hire.

• First Aid/CPR/AED for Adult, Child, & Infant Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment

Salary : $46,779 - $58,490