Statewide OSH & Risk Management Leader

United Trading Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) seeks an Employee Safety Administrator to lead statewide safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and safeguarding about 1,800 employees. You will supervise 12 safety professionals, manage budgets, and drive data-driven improvements across the agency.

Reporting to the Director of Risk Management, this role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-agency collaboration, and clear communication to strengthen the safety culture and outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in OSH or related field with 6 years OSH experience including supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide.
• Experience supervising or leading safety teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct statewide safety programs, plan and evaluate initiatives and goals.
• Lead a statewide team of 12 safety specialists and manage staff development.
• Collaborate with agency divisions and external organizations to align safety initiatives.
• Present safety findings to staff and executives in alignment with core values.

Skills

Leadership & Strategy

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Technical Regulations Knowledge

Digital Literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Six years of full-time OSH experience including supervision

Tools

Safety software

Incident tracking systems

Job description

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) seeks an Employee Safety Administrator to lead statewide safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and safeguarding about 1,800 employees. You will supervise 12 safety professionals, manage budgets, and drive data-driven improvements across the agency.

Reporting to the Director of Risk Management, this role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-agency collaboration, and clear communication to strengthen the safety culture and outcomes