Safety and Security Manager

The Buffalo Zoo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Buffalo Zoo is seeking a motivated Safety and Security Manager to oversee safety programs and ensure compliance within a vibrant animal care environment. This full-time, exempt position offers competitive benefits and serves as a crucial role in safeguarding guests and staff while contributing to the Zoo's mission.

Benefits

Health Plan

403B Retirement Plan

Annual Leave

Sick Time

Qualifications

• Experience with safety management programs and OSHA standards.
• Certifications in OSHA 30, SMS, ASP, or equivalent are preferred.
• Ability to create comprehensive workplace safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Zoo's safety and security programs and compliance standards.
• Manage safety training and hazard communication programs.
• Assist with budget planning for safety and security needs.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Training

Education

Four-year degree in safety management or related field

Two-year degree in safety management or related field

Job description

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Buffalo. Safety and Security Manager. The Buffalo Zoo. Full Time. Benefits.

The Buffalo Zoo is seeking a motivated, energetic, and highly articulate individual to serve as the Safety & Security Manager, with the skills/experience to perform a variety of functions to ensure the safety of the employees and guests of the organization (human safety). Reporting to and under the leadership of the Director of Facilities and Construction - this individual will be responsible for establishing/reviewing the Buffalo Zoos safety programs and policies; overseeing the contracted security service provider; timely logging and reporting of any systems where needed/requested as it relates to safety and security programs and procedures; providing key insights into regulatory compliance, policy and procedure standards and best practices; and acts as the main point person for all safety/security related items in unison with the Director of Facilities and Construction.

View full job description here: http://www.buffalozoo.org

How to Apply

Please send Resume and Cover Letter in Word document or PDF using subject line: Safety & Security Manager by email to:

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No telephone calls please. Position open until filled.

For more information about the Buffalo Zoo, please visit our website by using the following link: http://www.buffalozoo.org

Compensation And Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position. Annual salary range is: $63,500-$65,500 (commensurate with experience). Full-Time benefits available include health plan, HSA/HRA, FSA, life insurance, long term disability, dental, vision, 403B retirement plan, annual leave time, holiday time, and sick time. Benefits are available the first of the month following the successful completion and passing of an introductory probation period review at 60 days of work (sick time available upon hire).

Essential Functions

The Buffalo Zoo reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

• Oversees the Zoos safety and security programs, ensuring that the campus is a safe environment for all guests and staff.
• Assures that compliance standards are met and all applicable required trainings are completed by various internal stakeholder groups.
• May assist the Director of Facilities and Construction with the annual safety and security budget and annually identify and plan for budgetary and contracting needs for health and safety related items.
• Recommend and supply proper personal protective equipment to staff.
  
  

Policies / Procedures / Program Development -

• Assist with planning, establishing, implementing, and maintaining a variety of occupational health; safety; and environmental programs to assure the highest possible degree of safety for employees.
• Manage and maintain SDS and Hazard Communication Program.
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View the full job description here: http://www.buffalozoo.org

Education, Experience (Minimum Desired)

• Four-year degree in safety management or related field, plus two years experience in similar role; or two-year degree in safety management or related field, plus five years experience in similar role.
• One or more certifications in OSHA 30, SMS, ASP, OHST, STS, CIH, CHMM, or other.
• Experience performing job safety hazard analysis and implementing behavior-based health and safety best practices.
• Ability to motivate, delegate, provide leadership, counseling, conflict resolution, training and listening, among others in order to successfully implement the health and safety policies and procedures, and recommend corrective actions.
• Training or knowledge of creating comprehensive workplace health and safety programs, including but not limited to heavy equipment operation, hazardous material handling program, fall protection, confined space, lock-out tag out, construction safety, first aid, bloodborne pathogens, and PPE.
• OSHA 40-hour training course required within 90 days of employment.
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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