Operations Safety & Risk Program Lead

NOVA Parks; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Annual bonus

Retirement plan

Job summary

NOVA Parks is seeking an Operations Program Administrator to develop and manage safety, risk, and insurance programs from its Fairfax Station headquarters. The role advises management on safety policies, coordinates operations contracts and purchasing, and ensures compliance with OSHA, VOSH, and other regulations.

The in-office position reports to the Director of Park Operations, with responsibilities to manage insurance programs and risk, lead safety initiatives, and supervise staff within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in park management, recreation resource management, safety management, business, public administration, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience, with at least three years of staff supervision in performing responsible technical safety-related work.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, administer, and maintain safety programs, procedures, policies, and manuals.
• Coordinate and participate in loss control audits conducted by NOVA Parks’ insurers.
• Organize and lead the NOVA Parks Safety Committee.
• Provide direction and supervision to the Aquatics Manager and aquatic safety program.
• Develop and issue safety status reports for park and HQ management.
• Monitor federal and state laws related to workplace safety.

Skills

Safety program development

Risk management

Incident investigation

Insurance administration

Contract management

Procurement procedures

Safety training

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in park management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

NOVA Parks is seeking an Operations Program Administrator to develop and manage safety, risk, and insurance programs from its Fairfax Station headquarters. The role advises management on safety policies, coordinates operations contracts and purchasing, and ensures compliance with OSHA, VOSH, and other regulations.

The in-office position reports to the Director of Park Operations, with responsibilities to manage insurance programs and risk, lead safety initiatives, and supervise staff within the