Occupational Health & Safety Programs Lead

City-of-Saint-Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The City of Saint Paul is hiring an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist to develop safety programs, provide OSHA-compliant safety training, and investigate accidents and injuries. Located at City Hall Annex in Saint Paul, this role emphasizes safety leadership, program development, and collaboration with departments and external agencies.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with four years of experience in safety program development and training; a Master’s can substitute for two

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience in safety program development and safety training.
• A Master's Degree (in safety related fields) may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• No substitution for education.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and coordinate the department’s workplace injury and prevention program and policies.
• Create and implement safety education and training programs for employees, ensuring OSHA compliance.
• Establish, update, and improve department emergency management plans for employee safety and investigate occupational accidents, injuries, and potentially hazardous workplace conditions including examining causes, maintaining and analyzing records, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Serve as main point of contact for federal and state agencies as well as the lead contact for contractors and vendors for safety activities.
• Proactively identify accident prevention measures and engage in inspection and enforcement measures, additionally implementing accident prevention approaches to reduce worker compensation claims and ensure safe work environments.
• Lead and collaborate with divisions on safety meetings, participate in Citywide safety and department management meetings, and advise the management team on injury and collision trends, gaps in safety readiness, and emerging workplace safety issues.
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description: Safety Officer

Skills

Safety program development

Safety training

OSHA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

4 years experience in safety program development

Master's degree substitution (2 years)

Job description

The City of Saint Paul is hiring an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist to develop safety programs, provide OSHA-compliant safety training, and investigate accidents and injuries. Located at City Hall Annex in Saint Paul, this role emphasizes safety leadership, program development, and collaboration with departments and external agencies.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with four years of experience in safety program development and training; a Master’s can substitute for two