Employee Safety Program Specialist

Allina Health; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system focused on delivering exceptional care across Minnesota and western Wisconsin. This 1.0 FTE day-shift role in Safety and Quality supports regulatory compliance, safe work practices, risk assessments and data-driven safety improvements.

Remote work is allowed, but the employee must reside within commuting distance of Allina Commons in Minneapolis. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining safety policies, conducting audits, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Medical Technology or related field.
• 2 to 5 years experience in healthcare industry in an employee safety, emergency management, industrial hygiene, public health or other related department if Bachelor’s Degree prepared.

Responsibilities

• Maintains regulatory compliance.
• Ensures compliances with all local, state and nationally recognized employee safety related standards and regulations.
• Supports the development of and maintains policies and procedures.
• Participates in regulatory surveys.
• Supports employee safety program by analyzing and developing safe work practices and programs designed to anticipate, identify mitigate or eliminate hazards.
• Supports performance improvement initiatives.
• Conducts workplace safety audits and analysis to identify, assess, prevent and control workplace related hazards.
• Investigates incidents, functions as a safety officer, conducts root cause analysis and collaborates with leaders on corrective action plans.
• Implements safety programs for ensuring control of hazardous materials and waste.
• Provides analysis of workplace accidents and related costs such as personal injury and/ or property damage.

Skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Medical Technology or related field.

Job description

Location & Details

Location Address: 2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Date Posted: September 21, 2026

Department: 16002260 Safety and Quality

Employee Safety Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 40

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)

8-hour day shift

No weekends

Remote position; must reside within commuting distance of Allina Commons, Minneapolis MN

Principal Responsibilities

• Maintains regulatory compliance.
• Ensures compliances with all local, state and nationally recognized employee safety related standards and regulations.
• Supports the development of and maintains policies and procedures.
• Participates in regulatory surveys.
• Supports employee safety program by analyzing and developing safe work practices and programs designed to anticipate, identify mitigate or eliminate hazards.
• Supports performance improvement initiatives.
• Conducts workplace safety audits and analysis to identify, assess, prevent and control workplace related hazards.
• Conducts risk assessments and aligns programs to address identified risks.
• Investigates incidents, functions as a safety officer, conducts root cause analysis and collaborates with leaders on corrective action plans.
• Implements safety programs for ensuring control of hazardous materials and waste.
• Provides analysis of workplace accidents and related costs such as personal injury and/ or property damage.
• Uses data to monitor impact of lost work days related to employee injuries.
• Collaborates across disciplines to define and promote safe work practices and decreases employee injuries.
• Applies basic analytical skills to evaluate employee safety data and tactics.
• Monitors and analyzes employee safety data, information & tactics.
• Makes data-driven decisions and recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Incorporates high reliability skills into tools and employee safety program efforts.
• Investigates employee safety incidents and initiates actions for prevention.
• Develops, conducts and analyzes workplace safety audits.
• Establishes, implements & maintains site employee safety program.
• Participates in site and system safety related committees.
• Inspects and analyzes the workplace for hazards and takes corrective action as needed.
• Creates and promotes employee safety standards and safe work performance.
• Leads, implements, evaluates and monitors employee safety initiatives.
• Monitors chemical inventory and safety data sheets (SDS).
• Develops and implements safety programs for ensuring control of hazardous materials and waste.
• Supports the development, implementation and management of employee safety related education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Medical Technology or related field.
• 2 to 5 years experience in healthcare industry in an employee safety, emergency management, industrial hygiene, public health or other related department if Bachelor’s Degree prepared.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Medical Technology or related field.
• 0 to 2 years experience in healthcare industry in an employee safety, emergency management, industrial hygiene, public health or other related department if Master’s Degree prepared.

Physical Demands

Light Work: Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $38.52 to $52.80 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not‑for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work‑life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community.

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Background Verification

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I‑9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)