Enterprise Health and Safety Analyst

We are seeking an Enterprise Health and Safety Analyst for the Human Resources Department to support our high-functioning and innovative Health, Safety, and Worker's Compensation Team. It takes meticulous detail and planning to organize and coordinate the City's Global Health and Safety program, along with innovation and strategy, to anticipate and meet the changing needs of our workforce. The City's Health, Safety, and Workers' Compensation Team is continually growing, and we need energetic, dedicated, and flexible professionals to join a diverse team committed to protecting the environment, health, and safety of our employees, residents, and communities in which we serve while supporting our organization and our mission to pursue world-class quality of life by actively collaborating with our community towards a fulfilling and inspired future for all.
 
Our Health and Safety program —is one of the cornerstones of our Total Compensation, Benefits, and Wellness strategy. The team's primary goal is to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and deaths and the suffering and financial hardship these events can cause workers, their families, and employers. They recommended practices using a proactive approach to managing workplace safety and health. The team monitors health and safety trends and researches, analyzes, evaluates, and administers our Global Health and Safety program. The scope of responsibilities is vast, and they are expert problem solvers with a keen eye for data analytics and process improvement. The individual will join a growing and evolving HR function invested in total compensation, benefits, and wellness to impact our workforce positively and improve the employee experience.
 
In this position, you'll get to directly impact our employees in meaningful ways that enable them to serve our community with peace of mind, knowing that their health and safety is a top priority for City leadership. In return, you'll expand your skills and be exposed to and support various projects while developing knowledge and skills in Health and Safety in Local Government. You, too, will thrive, be supported by a caring team, and receive all the resources you need to build a rewarding career.
 
This position requires an experienced and highly motivated Human Resources professional with an understanding of the function and role that Health and Safety plays in supporting and retaining our workforce. The successful candidate will be a Health and Safety subject matter expert who can work independently and collaboratively on a wide range of programs and administrative assignments. You will be part of a cohesive team, working as one team to meet the demanding needs of our organization. We seek a creative, well-rounded teammate who will be an integral part of the continued success and growth of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and maintains global health, safety, and environmental programs for the City of Raleigh employees; evaluates program results; recommends and coordinates program improvements.
• Provides guidance and direction to departmental safety personnel to ensure standards and practices meet regulatory requirements, review equipment, and identify possible hazards and methods for mitigation.
• Develops and implements global strategies to control and reduce safety hazards systematically.
• Conducts safety evaluations and incident investigations in various workplace settings, including but not limited to office spaces, laboratories, and warehouses, and coordinates OSHA/NFPA compliance inspections.
• Develops and coordinates specialized education and training materials, including new employee orientation and CDL’s FMCSA ELDT training programs.
• Reviews and recommends personal protective equipment and supply purchases considering essential occupational health, safety, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards; attends design reviews and makes recommendations.
• Provides global safety training and maintains a global electronic Safety Management System (SMS).
• Monitors AVL/Telematics system drivers to ensure compliance and maintains the City’s fleet participants’ driving records.
• Reviews and analyzes incident reports and assists in root cause investigation.
• Attends and leads safety committee meetings as the Enterprise Health and Safety Analyst.
• Identifies hazardous workplace conditions and practices; conducts surveys and inspections to identify and evaluate occupational health, safety, and environmental issues; provides advice and recommendations concerning applicable regulations; liaises with regulatory agencies to establish and maintain program compliance.
• Coordinates the implementation of controls to address hazardous issues; reviews accident reports and safety violations; conducts investigations; makes recommendations for corrective actions.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data; prepares and maintains reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Responds to vehicular crashes and severe workplace injuries as needed.
• Assists in annual OSHA 300/300A and NC BLS reporting.
• Serves as an Enterprise Health and Safety subject matter expert to Departmental Safety personnel throughout the organization.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene or directly related field and one year of occupational health experience in area related to assignment.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing/Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications.
• CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor certification.
• NIMS training qualification.
• Environmental Safety and Hazardous Materials Handling certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 500/501 certification.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations and/or Experience Administering Onsite (FMCSA) ELDT Programming
• Experience administering Drug-Free Workplace.