Safety and Health Coordinator

Public Service Co. of OK; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Safety & Health advisor to guide administration of S&H event policies and procedures across management and operations. You will disseminate safety information, coordinate program implementation, and conduct safety observations to prevent incidents.

The role focuses on advising management, maintaining regulatory knowledge, and promoting S&H programs. Travel is required; the position offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene/health or relevant field; OR Associate degree in relevant field with two years’ experience in related electric utility field operations; OR High School diploma/GED with four years in S&H administration, field experience or related electric utility field operations experience.
• Experience: In addition to the education requirement: 2 years’ experience in S&H or electric utility operations experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License.
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Proficient oral and written skills. Basic computer skills required. Position involves daily travel and occasional overnight travel. Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, advise, and assist in carrying out the Company's safety and health, public safety, and S&H event prevention programs, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and advise on the use of programs and materials for meetings and conferences in S&H event prevention.
• Conduct observations of AEP personnel, tools, equipment and work practices to assure that safe and proper procedures are being observed.
• Advise and assist in S&H event analysis and serve as a resource to any event analysis committee.
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations governing safety and health.
• Review and assist as needed with the location's efforts to inspect contractors' adherence to safety regulations.
• Promote and enforce the Company's S&H event Prevention and Safety and Health programs.]
• What We’re Looking for – additional context: Travel is required and certain operational qualifications apply.

Skills

Proficient oral and written skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/health/industrial hygiene

Associate degree with 2 years of S&H experience

High School diploma/GED with 4 years in S&H

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Job Posting End Date 11-07-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for advising and assisting management on the administration of safety and health (S&H) event policies and procedures, including public safety matters. Responsible to disseminate safety and health information throughout their areas of responsibility, for coordinating the implementation of safety and health programs for use, for conducting safety and health observations and visitations, and for rendering guidance on safety and accident prevention to other members of management.

Job Description What You’ll Do

Instruct, advise, and assist in carrying out the Company's safety and health, public safety, and S&H event prevention programs, policies and procedures. Prepare and advise on the use of programs and materials for meetings and conferences in S&H event prevention. Conduct observations of AEP personnel, tools, equipment and work practices to assure that safe and proper procedures are being observed. Advise and assist in S&H event analysis and serve as a resource to any event analysis committee. Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations governing safety and health. Review and assist as needed with the location's efforts to inspect contractors' adherence to safety regulations. Promote and enforce the Company's S&H event Prevention and Safety and Health programs.

What We’re Looking for

Education: Bachelor’s degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene/health or relevant field; OR Associate degree in relevant field of study with two years’ experience in related electric utility field operations; OR High School diploma/GED with four years in S&H administration, field experience or related electric utility field operations experience.
Experience: In addition to the education requirement: 2 years’ experience in S&H or electric utility operations experience.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Proficient oral and written skills. Basic computer skills required. Position involves daily travel and occasional overnight travel. Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.

What You’ll Get

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well‑being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-005 Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward‑thinking organization, this is the company for you!

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.