Safety & Risk Director — Emergency Preparedness & Compliance

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Cedar Bluff (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hospitalization insurance availability

403(b) retirement

15 paid holidays

Sick and annual time accrual

Job summary

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens (AASC) seeks a Safety and Risk Management Director to design and implement comprehensive safety, risk management and emergency preparedness programs for the agency. This role will serve as the designated safety representative and will work across divisions to ensure regulatory compliance and proactive risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with 2-4 years of progressive experience and CSP or similar

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
• Master's degree preferred but not required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations and accreditation standards.
• Conduct routine risk assessments and lead safety improvement projects.
• Collaborate with the Property Manager to identify and correct hazards at all agency facilities.
• Oversee agency and department emergency preparedness and continuity plans.
• Maintain relationships with local emergency management agencies and coordinate the annual review of emergency plans.
• Travel across the service area as required; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

Skills

Risk management

Safety leadership

Emergency preparedness

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

CSP certification

Job description

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens (AASC) seeks a Safety and Risk Management Director to design and implement comprehensive safety, risk management and emergency preparedness programs for the agency. This role will serve as the designated safety representative and will work across divisions to ensure regulatory compliance and proactive risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with 2-4 years of progressive experience and CSP or similar