Risk Management Specialist

Description

LifeShare is seeking a Risk Management Specialist to identify and assess potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate the impact of those risks to the Company's operations.  The Specialist will use a variety of tools and techniques, including risk assessments, risk management planning, and risk monitoring and control.  They will work closely with other departments within the Company such as finance, operations and legal to ensure the risk management strategies are aligned with overall business objectives.  

This position provides opportunity for occasional travel and flexibility in work schedule.

Primary areas of responsibility include:

1. Oversees and administers the employee health and safety and worker’s compensation programs.
2. Develops policies, procedures and trainings for loss prevention and risk control; educates, partners with and coaches managers on safety procedures and risk mitigation activities.
3. Manages driver safety program and CDL drug testing program in compliance with DOT regulations; provides in-person and/or virtual new hire, annual refresher, remedial, and periodic training on safe driving  topics; monitors vehicle dashcam alerts and addresses unsafe behaviors to prevent further occurrences.
4. Investigates accidents for root cause analysis and contributing factors; facilitates the accident review committee review and develops recommendations to prevent recurrence.
5. Conducts periodic risk assessments and develops and implements strategies to reduce risk exposure.
6. Ensures safety procedures are in compliance with various OSHA and FDA requirements for operations with exposures to blood, blood products, blood borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals and other safety regulations.
7. Conducts periodic safety inspections of Company facilities to ensure all required safety notices, equipment, policies and procedures are available and properly utilized.
8. Conducts quarterly meetings with Center Management for the purpose of reviewing safety issues and accident information pertaining to employee and donor activities to identify problem areas and recommend changes to reduce the risk of injuries in the workplace.
9. Co-leads the employee worksite wellness committee to support and promote the overall health, safety, morale, and general wellbeing of all LifeShare employees.
10. Partners with the Training department for the ongoing content development and delivery of periodic "In-Service" training sessions for employees on matters of general or specific interest, as necessary.
11. Conducts research and prepares a variety of statistical and administrative reports.
12. May review contracts for insurance requirements and transference of risk; provides certificates of insurance as required by blood drive hosts or other community partners.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Risk Management, Human Resources, or related field with considerable knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of risk management, plus
2. At least five (5) years of related work experience in occupational health and safety, risk management, loss prevention, or other related field; or certified risk manager designation (CRM) supplemented by at lest two (2) years of experience and/or training that includes all aspects of risk management, safety, and loss prevention; experience in a healthcare setting preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential job duties
3. Knowledge of general workplace safety, OSHA regulations and record keeping requirements are essential; OSHA 30-hour general industry certification preferred; 10-hour healthcare course completion preferred
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint); ability to learn and utilize Company’s HRIS and LMS system (Paycom) is essential
5. Prior experience operating oversized vehicles, trailers or forklift preferred
6. Ability to effectively analyze factors concerning risk, liability, safety, and occupational hazards
7. Ability to identify and resolve problems
8. Ability to effectively deliver in-person and virtual training to employees on a variety of risk-related topics