Utilities Safety and Training Coordinator

This professional and technical position is responsible for developing, monitoring and administering the Utilities Department’s health and safety initiatives and training program. All programs must adhere to applicable federal, state and local safety, health and environmental regulations as well as industry standards. This position develops, implements, and manages safety and training policies, procedures and directives. Responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the Department’s safety and training programs. Serves as the Department Safety Officer and liaison with the County’s Risk Management Division regarding County safety policies, objectives and training initiatives.

Provides technical supervision of the Safety and Training Program and enforces County and Department policies and procedures. Training may include other County Departments.

Provides oversight and management of all technical training programs for field personnel to stay compliant as well as developing, supervising, and coordinating safety training programs that improve safety awareness and safe work performance.

Manages a Safety and Training Database; prepares and submits reports on the status of various safety programs as required. Provides safety training within area of expertise.

Research, collect, and disseminate information on available training sources, methods, costs, and program evaluation and establish and maintain relationships with training partners.

Consults with all Utilities leadership, the County’s Safety Officer and other Departments about the design and use of equipment, work facilities and safety programs.

Engages Utilities staff directly regarding safety hazards and best practices.

Initiates, verifies and processes offsite training documentation requests and as well as facilitates travel arrangements to training sites as needed.

Inspects County facilities to identify existing or potential hazards and recommends corrective or preventative measures as appropriate.

Reviews Federal, State, Local laws and regulations such as OSHA, DOT, EPA, DEP, and NFPA. safety regulations and implements procedures to ensure compliance.

Represents the County in community and industry safety groups and programs.

Develops and maintains the Utilities Department’s safety plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to safety.

Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Associate degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field applicable to safety and/or training as well as three (3) years’ experience directly involved in safety and training programs is required.

Must possess the ability to obtain certifications relating to safety and training which includes accident investigation principles and techniques.

Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.

Must possess a high level of computer literacy and ability. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Ability to report on progress of safety programs and use statistical methods to analyze accidents occurring on or involving County property.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and deliver presentations to groups.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver License.