What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety & Training Manager position at Tresco, Inc.?
Safety & Training Manager
Location: Las Cruces, NM (Travel to sites as needed)
Department: Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Tresco is seeking a Safety & Training Manager to lead and strengthen our organization-wide safety and training programs. This is a key leadership role designed for a professional who is passionate about workplace safety, employee development, and building effective training systems that support operational excellence.
As Tresco continues to grow, this role plays a critical part in ensuring our teams are well-trained, compliant, and supported. The Safety & Training Manager will work closely with leadership, project teams, and employees across multiple contracts to create consistent, practical, and impactful safety and training programs.
What You’ll Do
Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of safety and training programs across the organization
Design and coordinate required safety, compliance, and professional development trainings
Ensure compliance with OSHA, workers’ compensation, and applicable federal, state, and contract-specific requirements
Oversee accident investigations, incident reporting, and corrective action follow-up
Coordinate new hire orientation and ongoing training initiatives
Track training completion, certifications, and compliance documentation
Partner with managers and leadership to identify training needs and improve safety practices
Support emergency preparedness planning and safety audits
Supervise and support safety and training staff, as applicable
Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in safety, training, human resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in safety, training, compliance, or a related role
Experience developing and delivering training programs
Strong understanding of workplace safety principles and compliance requirements
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence without direct authority
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and training management systems
Preferred Experience
Experience in regulated or contract-based environments
Supervisory or leadership experience
CPR/First Aid, Defensive Driving, or safety-related certifications
Why Work at Tresco?
At Tresco, our mission is to create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities while delivering high-quality services to our customers. We value collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement—and we’re looking for leaders who want to make a real impact.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to help shape safety and training practices across a diverse and mission-driven organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action: Tresco is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.