County Safety & Emergency Preparedness Lead

Madison County Commission; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Madison County Commission is seeking a Safety Manager to develop, implement, and oversee occupational and facility safety programs across field operations, vehicle and equipment safety, and incident prevention.

You will identify hazards, conduct assessments, and investigate incidents while coordinating with the Human Resources Department to deliver training, emergency response planning, and drills in alignment with county procedures and safety standards such as OSHA, IBC, and ADA.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in managing and developing safety programs, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Experience in public sector safety management, preferably within local government or municipal settings.
• Project Management experience, including planning, implementing, and evaluating safety initiatives and programs.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains County occupational and facility safety programs, including field operations, vehicle, and equipment safety.
• Acts as a liaison to departments and external agencies to establish safety and emergency procedures.
• Collaborates with County departments, including the Sheriff’s Department and district offices, to provide guidance, share best practices, and support safety initiatives, while facilitating communication, access to County safety resources, and coordination of training and emergency preparedness efforts, in alignment with each County departments already established internal operational procedures.
• Conducts ergonomic assessments and provides recommendations to reduce workplace injuries.
• Performs risk assessments for County buildings, shops, and operational sites; recommends preventive measures and solutions to mitigate hazards.
• Develops and implements emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and safety drills; coordinates with internal and external agencies to ensure preparedness.
• Investigates workplace accidents and collaborates with Human Resources on workers’ compensation claims to determine root causes, recommend preventive actions, and assist in implementing strategies to reduce future incidents.
• Promotes a safe work environment through the development of policies and procedures for safe use of equipment, vehicles, and facility operations.
• Plans, develops, and delivers training programs for County employees on workplace safety, fire prevention, hazard communication, and proper handling of chemicals, equipment, and tools.
• Ensures County compliance with OSHA, IBC, ADA, and other applicable safety regulations.
• Maintains thorough documentation of assessments, drills, incidents, safety programs, and training activities.
• Monitors safety metrics and trends to identify risks and implement improvements to enhance workplace safety and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Safety program development

OSHA/IBC/ADA knowledge

Cross-department collaboration

Microsoft Office

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field

Job description

The Madison County Commission is seeking a Safety Manager to develop, implement, and oversee occupational and facility safety programs across field operations, vehicle and equipment safety, and incident prevention.

You will identify hazards, conduct assessments, and investigate incidents while coordinating with the Human Resources Department to deliver training, emergency response planning, and drills in alignment with county procedures and safety standards such as OSHA, IBC, and ADA.