Risk Compliance Manager

Temporary Risk, Safety & Compliance Manager

Employment Type: Temporary

Industry: Nonprofit

Duration: 4-6 months

Hours: Monday- Friday 6:30am- 3pm

Location: Oakland, CA

Pay range: $40-50/hour

About the Role

This temporary role is responsible for leading organizational risk management, safety, and regulatory compliance across a large, multi‑site operation. The position serves as the primary resource for environmental health and safety programs, employee and visitor safety, insurance administration, and business continuity planning. This role partners closely with leadership and cross‑functional teams to strengthen safety culture, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Organizational Risk & Compliance

• Conduct ongoing risk assessments of environmental, operational, and functional systems impacting staff safety, health, and regulatory compliance; develop mitigation strategies and update enterprise risk assessments annually.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop, update, and implement risk management policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements across all departments.
• Advise senior leadership on risk tolerance levels and recommended actions based on industry standards.
• Manage and communicate the organization’s business continuity plan, facilitating annual departmental updates.
• Maintain and administer safety tracking software and develop metrics to monitor progress toward safety goals.
• Develop and execute disaster preparedness programs and emergency response training (including ICS and mutual assistance programs).
• Investigate accidents and incidents; ensure proper documentation and timely coordination for workers’ compensation matters.
• Manage direct reports and safety‑related third‑party vendors.
• Oversee building, environmental compliance, permits, and reporting with government agencies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and food safety programs, including AIB, BIT, Food Defense, and related inspections.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory audits and inspections.

Employee & Visitor Safety Programs

• Develop, implement, and communicate organization‑wide safety policies and programs, including IIPP, safety manuals, and emergency action plans.
• Assess training needs and manage the schedule and content of organization‑wide safety training programs.
• Support department leaders with role‑specific safety assessments and training (e.g., drivers, field staff).
• Facilitate safety committee meetings and provide ongoing program support.
• Conduct new hire, annual, remedial, and topical safety training.
• Perform facility safety audits and collaborate to resolve unsafe working conditions.
• Oversee ergonomics, everyday safety, emergency preparedness, security programs, and drills for employees, volunteers, and visitors.

Insurance Administration

• Administer insurance programs, including General Liability, Property, Auto, Volunteer, and Employers Liability.
• Manage certificates of insurance, renewals, and claims in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate insurance renewals with Finance and People & Culture teams.
• Gather documentation and manage insurance claims, including third‑party damage recovery.
• Review contracts, leases, and vendor agreements to ensure adequate insurance coverage and acceptable indemnification terms.

Other Duties

• Support organizational equity, inclusion, and learning initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a health and safety management role.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety compliance standards.
• Deep understanding of safety culture, high‑reliability organizations, and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to develop practical, effective risk‑mitigation strategies.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft or Google Workspace, databases, and web‑based research tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to build credibility and influence across all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem‑solving skills with sound judgment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.