Safety Specialist I - III

Entergy; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Safety Specialist I–III in Mississippi to own the safety program, conduct risk assessments, and coach staff on safe work practices. Responsibilities include training, field inspections, incident investigations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role requires collaboration with stakeholders, strong data interpretation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Safe work, travel up to 25%, and a professional atmosphere are expected.

Qualifications

• Safety knowledge of construction and general industry regulations.
• Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners.
• Root cause analysis methods and tools.
• Ability to interpret data to identify trends.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement safety programs.
• Conduct safety training as needed.
• Provide coaching on safe and unsafe conditions observed.
• Perform field/site inspections and document deficiencies.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Reinforce safety expectations and ensure compliance.
• Review safety data and identify trends for actions.
• Stop work if unsafe conditions arise.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Data analysis and trend identification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to handle irregular hours

Education

Bachelor or higher preferred

Safety certification preferred or required by level

Any Level Degree for Spec I/II

Tools

TapRoot

Cause Mapping

Fishbone

5 Whys

Job description

Job Title

Safety Specialist I - III

Job Summary/Purpose

All members of Entergy’s safety function will be expected to own safety, work to prevent incidents and seek to improve with the understanding that zero harm is possible. This position is tasked with examining the workplace/worksite for environmental or physical factors that could affect employee and/or contract partner health, safety, comfort, and performance. Ensuring the workplace/worksite is as safe as possible is accomplished through conducting risk assessments, safety analyses, job site reviews, and coaching.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of safety programs in accordance with management system elements.
• Conduct training as necessary to ensure applicable rules, procedures, and expectations are understood.
• Conduct engagements and observations with employees and contract partners providing immediate coaching on safe and unsafe conditions observed.
• Conduct field and site inspections, document deficiencies, and develop sustainable solutions to prevent repeat findings.
• Participate in the incident investigation process including root cause analysis and identification of corrective actions.
• Reinforce safe work expectations in accordance with applicable laws, rules, procedures, and expectations.
• Review safety related data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions to address any issues identified.
• Stop work if there is any unsafe condition.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education

• Safety Specialist I: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist II: Any Level Degree Preferred
• Safety Specialist III: Bachelor Preferred

Minimum Experience

• Safety Specialist I: 0-2 years work experience
• Safety Specialist II: 2-4 years industry and/or safety experience preferred
• Safety Specialist III: 4-6 years industry and/or safety experience preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of construction and general industry safety regulations.
• Ability to observe and engage with employees and contract partners.
• Investigation/RCA with tools such as TapRoot, Cause Mapping, Fishbone, Five whys, etc.
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends.
• Ability to interact with customers and members of the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required.

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc.

• Safety Specialist I - Preferred: Any certification
• Safety Specialist II - Required: COSS/CHST/OHST or equivalent
• Safety Specialist III - Required: COSM/CHST/OHST or equivalent

This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.

Primary Location

Mississippi - Jackson Mississippi : Madison || Mississippi : Jackson || Mississippi : Pearl

Job Function

Corporate

FLSA Status

Professional

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code

NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings

1

Req ID

125338

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.