Health and Safety Officer

Greater Essex County District School Board; Windsor; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional school board is seeking a Health and Safety Officer to ensure compliance with health and safety policies and to develop safety training programs. The role requires a minimum of five years of health and safety experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Candidates should possess applicable safety designations and must have access to transportation within Windsor and Essex County. Competitive salary and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Extensive benefits

Defined pension plan through OMERS

Staff Wellness Resources

Competitive vacation days

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years experience related to Health and Safety.
• CRSP, CSP, or CHSC designation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have access to transportation throughout Windsor and Essex County.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Health and Safety Officers to implement safety policies.
• Develop and maintain safety training programs.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections of schools.
• Provide consultation for incidents and accidents.
• Maintain compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Post-Secondary diploma or degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from interested, qualified, team oriented individuals for the Non-Bargaining 35 hr full time position of Health and Safety Officer. The position reporting directly to the Superintendent of Business and Treasurer is expected to begin as soon as possible.

This posting is for one of two Health and Safety Officers who are jointly responsible for facilitating the development, implementation, administration and maintenance of the Board’s Occupational Health and Safety policies and programs across all sites. The Health and Safety Officers ensure that the Board complies with all applicable legislation, guidelines and standards regarding Occupational Health and Safety with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable measures are taken to protect the health and safety of all staff, students and the general public. The Health and Safety Officers advise on safety standards, regulations, and legislative compliance and make recommendations to improve the health and safety of our employees.

Job Details

POSITION: Health and Safety Officer
START DATE: ASAP
LOCATION: Facility Services
SALARY: $100,791 to $118,573

What We Offer

• Extensive benefits
• Enrolment in a defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)
• Staff Wellness Resources
• EAP Program
• Competitive vacation days; plus, additional two-week paid Winter Break.

Nature & Scope Of Position

Work collaboratively with the Board’s current Health and Safety Officer to:

• Maintain, develop and update Board procedures, programs and best management practices necessary for compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, associated regulations and other legislation applicable to the education sector.
• Administer the Board’s Health & Safety policies, procedures and programs in co-operation with members of the Board’s administration and staff.
• Provide timely and accurate information regarding health and safety issues, policies and best practices.
• Liaise and act as a resource to Board employees, Principals, Supervisors, Senior Administration and regulatory agencies (e.g. Ministry of Labour, Public Health, Ministry of the Environment, Fire and Police Departments etc.).
• Ensure existence and functionality of the Board’s Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Act as an advisor to the Board’s Joint Health & Safety Committees, ensuring compliance with monthly inspections and quarterly meetings, consultation on new programs and processes, training for committee members and co-ordination of responses to concerns.
• Assist with the development and delivery of employee training programs as required by legislation, Board policy and training on specialized health and safety topics (e.g. New hire orientation, asbestos, first aid, CPR, WHMIS, inspections, ergonomics etc.).
• Develop safe work procedures/practices for specific job and process functions.
• Perform on site safety audits and inspection of schools and buildings, evaluate performance, identify unsafe work conditions, practices and procedures, recommend corrective action and implement follow-up assessments. Work with site staff to mitigate job site risks and develop response measures to remediate the issues.
• Develop and co-ordinate legislatively required inspections of all facilities and equipment for compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and guidelines (e.g. annual lifting device inspections etc.).
• Coordinate required testing to identify and address potential hazards.
• Assist in the development of emergency plans to manage internal and external emergencies of a localized and/or system-wide nature.
• Respond to and provide consultation and support for incidents/accidents, critical injury investigations, work refusals, work stoppages and investigation of unsafe working conditions.
• Support and collaborate with Wellness Officers to manage WSIB claims and reduce accident frequency and severity levels by improving health and safety practices.
• Assist in the maintenance of the On-Line Incident Reporting Tool ensuring data is complete and submissions and responses are completed in a timely manner. Ensure responses are thorough and complete. Prepare reports highlighting management trends and areas of concern.
• Collaborate with members of the Facility Services department, Human Resources department, Superintendent of Education – Student Well-being and other departments within the Board to promote and maintain a psychologically healthy and safe workplace.
• Maintenance of the Board’s Workplace Violence Program.
• Maintain the Board’s WHMIS and Personal Protective Equipment programs.
• Promote the health, safety, and well-being of all employees.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Business and Treasurer.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary diploma or degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience related to Health and Safety.
• CRSP (Certified Registered Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), or CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant) designation or working towards that designation is preferred.
• Demonstrated high degree of communication (both verbal and written), public relations, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum five years of experience in health and safety, preferably within education sector; experience in a unionized environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation including a thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, its regulations and other pertinent legislation relating to safety, e.g., EPA, Safe Drinking Water Act, Fire Code, AODA, etc.
• Strong research, analytical, problem-solving, strategic thinking and communication skills.
• Proven experience building collaborative working relationships and providing exemplary service to a diverse group of internal and external teams, departments, and individuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have access to transportation throughout Windsor and Essex County.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com no later than 4:00PM on Friday October 17, 2025. Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 3982445 (under Management and Professionals). In support of the Board’s Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to [e-mail]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [e-mail]. No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates.

Kari Bryant, Superintendent of Human Resources

Greater Essex County District School Board

451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1

The GECDSB actively encourages applications from groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; persons with disabilities; women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. The Board complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department. If selected to proceed, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations prior to your interview.