Part-time Safety Trainer - Raleigh Parks

Job Description

Lead Safety Culture Across Raleigh's Premier Public Spaces

Are you a highly qualified safety professional ready to apply your expertise in a rewarding public service environment? The Raleigh Parks Department is seeking a Safety Training Specialist to spearhead safety and compliance for a diverse team of over 2,000 employees who manage our city's 180 parks and greenways.

This role offers the opportunity to drive a proactive safety culture through hands-on education, empowering our workforce—from specialized field crews to administrative staff—to operate safely and efficiently.

ABOUT YOU

• Experience:Proven success in designing and delivering safety training programs to diverse employee populations and across various work environments.
• Skills:Exceptional communication, instruction, and interpersonal skills with a strong commitment to practical, hands-on learning and engagement.

The Raleigh Parks Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all Raleigh residents by providing exceptional parks, greenways, and recreational opportunities. We are a major municipal organization responsible for the stewardship and maintenance of over 180 public spaces, including vast greenway systems, community centers, historic sites, and athletic complexes. Our mission-driven team values safety, professional excellence, and community engagement in maintaining the city's vital natural and recreational assets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and Lead Training: Deliver engaging, role-specific safety programs, including specialized certifications (e.g., forklift, fall protection, chemical handling, first aid).
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct thorough workplace hazard assessments and implement targeted, effective safety solutions across various park, facilities, and maintenance operations.
• Compliance and Partnership: Collaborate with departmental leadership and safety committees to ensure rigorous compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and drive continuous safety improvement.
• Documentation and Certification: Maintain accurate training records and manage certification compliance for specialized equipment operators.
• Regulatory Liaison: Serve as the primary contact with regulatory agencies (e.g., OSHA, NCDOL) and internal learning and development teams.

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health or 4 years of related safety training experience.

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active OSHA 30certification and other relevant safety credentials.
• Specialized certifications (e.g., HAZWOPER, Fall Protection Train-the-Trainer, Lift Truck Instructor, NCDOT Flagger Instructor).
• Experience operating or training on powered utility vehicles (PUVs).
• Working independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and solve problems effectively.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work with others in a results-driven, team-oriented environment.
• Working independently; Self starter and strong project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and solve problems effectively.