Facilities, Safety, Security and Risk Management

Greater Victoria Public Library; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public library organization in Victoria, Canada is seeking a Coordinator, Safety. This role involves leading the Occupational Health and Safety program, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting a culture of safety within the organization. The ideal candidate should have expertise in health and safety initiatives, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Extended health and dental benefits

Defined-benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in leading safety programs and initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead GVPL’s Occupational Health and Safety program.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Foster a strong organizational culture of safety.

Skills

Occupational health and safety

Team collaboration

Risk management

Effective communication

Education

Relevant degree or certification in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Greater Victoria Public Library

Coordinator, Safety

Job ID: 2025-121E

Category: Facilities, Safety, Security and Risk Management

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Posting Type: External

Work Location: Central - Administration, Victoria, BC

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Range (per hour): $54.39 - $59.10 (Pay Band 19)

Union Membership: This is a Union Position (CUPE 410)

DESCRIPTION

• Are you an occupational health and safety professional looking to make a difference in your community?
• Would you like to contribute to an inclusive and psychologically healthy and safety workplace culture by demonstrating respect, compassion, empathy and integrity?
• Do you excel in fostering innovation, effective and enthusiastic team relationships among staff with diverse backgrounds and skills?

Role

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Facilities, Safety, Security and Risk Management, the Coordinator, Safety leads Greater Victoria Public Library’s (GVPL) Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program. The position ensures compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations, applicable legislation, and GVPL policies while proactively supporting safe, inclusive, and psychologically healthy work environments.

The Coordinator, Safety collaborates with leaders, employees, committees, and external agencies to identify risks, implement prevention strategies, support investigations, and fosters a strong organizational culture of safety. This role influences both physical and psychological health and safety across all GVPL locations.

Details

• Work schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Schedule is subject to change based on operational requirements.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.
• Please find a copy of the job description here.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including extended health and dental benefits and a defined‑benefit pension plan.
• The successful candidate is required to provide a satisfactory police information/background check.

How to Apply

• Email your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]
• Quote “2025-121E Coordinator, Safety” in the subject line of your email.
• Complete the Job Application Form by using the link provided below.
  • Link: 2025-121 & 2025-121E Coordinator, Safety - Job Application

Applicants must meet the required qualifications (education and experience, skills, knowledge, and ability) as noted in the job description in order to be considered for a position.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to clearly demonstrate on the application how their education and experience meet the qualifications as noted in the job description. The application should also include professional development taken to date.

Applicants should provide relevant work experience as noted in the job description. Note: applicants may be required to submit verification of education.

Applicants may be asked to provide a demonstration of their skills and abilities in addition to an interview; details will be provided to applicants in advance to allow time for preparation.

Applications will be accepted until 12:00 p.m. PT on December 5, 2025. Applications received after this date and time will not be considered. Only complete applications will be accepted.

We thank all applicants for their interest, and we will contact only those selected to move forward.