SAFETY COORDINATOR

Amarillo; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo seeks a Safety Coordinator to manage its safety program under the Safety Manager. The role involves developing safety initiatives, conducting training, and leading safety audits while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field and have at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, minimum two years of safety experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and FMCSA standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct vehicle safety programs.
• Conduct accident investigations and follow-ups.
• Work with various departments for safety training.

Skills

Knowledge of effective safety practices

Ability to conduct training programs

Ability to work independently

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 27, 2025 (22 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR1573

SALARY: $50,000 to $60,000 DOQ

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Safety Manager, this position coordinates and administers various functions of the City's safety program; works closely with the various departments/ divisions on accident/ injury prevention and reduction.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, coordinates and may conduct vehicle safety programs.
• Host, coordinate and assist with safety meetings, safety training and oral presentations.
• Identifies and evaluates problems or potential problems in loss control and makes recommendations for loss prevention and control.
• collects, analyzes, and prepares data for various routine and ad hoc reports.
• Conducts monthly field audits and safety observations.
• Monitors and maintains department/division safety records.
• Assists with the facilitation and coordination of various aspects of the City’s drug and alcohol program.
• Conducts accident investigation and follow-up activities.
• Monitors driving records.
• Assists in the development and modification of city policies.
• Visits with vendors and makes recommendations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of a wide range of effective safety practices and guidelines and applicable federal and state requirements for material handling and the like.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and FMCSA.
• Ability to write curriculum for and deliver training programs.
• Ability to lead and supervise people and programs.
• Ability to operate a personal computer for word processing, data entry and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including copiers, printers, fax machines and multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to work independently and make rational decisions.
• Ability to follow through with projects/assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain favorable relationships with employees, officials, and the public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Public Administration, Business or a related field preferred, and a minimum of two years of safety or related experience. Valid Texas Driver’s License required. The City may consider any relevant combination of education and experience to determine an applicant’s minimum qualifications and starting salary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works indoors and outdoors. May be subjected to extreme temperature swings, cold, heat, heights, noise, gas vapors, explosives, dust/mites, toxic waste, electrical, mechanical, radiation and chemical hazards. Report to accident sites when needed; visit medical facilities that treat our employees; may have to investigate work performed in trenches/ ditches, manholes, warehouses, and storerooms. Must be available to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; must be available to report to work outside of standard business hours as needed and is subject to on-call assignments/schedules, phone calls outside of standard business hours and on weekends.

ADA PROFILE

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee is also required to balance, crouch, feel, finger, handle, pull, push, reach, speak, stand, stoop, talk, see, and walk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and preform repetitive motions. This position is weather essential.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.

About Us

Start your career with the City of Amarillo today! We are committed to providing the highest quality services to our community, and we believe that starts with our team. As a city, we are dedicated to supporting our employees and providing opportunities for growth and development. Our mission is to create a safe, prosperous, and thriving community, and we know that starts with attracting and retaining the best talent. We are proud of our city and the work we do, and we are excited to welcome you to explore career opportunities with us.