What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Safety & Risk Management position at Elevated Search Partners?
Our Client, a well-established, facilities services firm located in Berkeley, California is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Safety and Risk Management. This is a high-impact leadership role with direct visibility to the C-Suite and will have the auhority to shape how safety is embedded into every facet of the operation.
What You'll Do
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve comprehensive safety programs and policies across all operations, ensuring compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and all relevant regulations.
- Lead data-driven safety initiatives to reduce injury frequency, claim severity, and overall risk exposure, and provide expert guidance on workplace safety and risk mitigation.
- Track, analyze, and report safety metrics—including incident rates, claim trends, and loss prevention opportunities—to support executive and operational decision-making.
- Design and deliver engaging safety training and certification programs, maintain compliance records, and coordinate operational safety certifications for equipment and specialized operations.
- Oversee workers’ compensation claims management, conduct accident investigations, perform root cause analyses, and collaborate with HR and insurance stakeholders.
- Partner with executives and operational leaders to embed safety into daily operations, lead company-wide safety communications, meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Need
- 8 years of progressive safety leadership in facilities services, engineering operations, construction, industrial services, or similar field environments
- Proven success leading workplace safety programs and workers’ compensation risk across multi-site operations
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and other applicable federal and state safety regulations
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence teams and stakeholders at all levels
- Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills preferred
- Experience working in union environments preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
- Relevant certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHST, OSHA 30, or OSHA Authorized Trainer preferred
- Additional training credentials such as First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor, Aerial/Scissor Lift Trainer, or Fall Protection, Hazard Communication, and Lockout/Tagout certifications are a plus