Safety & Risk Management Coordinator

Job Description:

Safety & Risk Management Coordinator

Description

Description

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS AFTER TWO WEEKS: 01/24/2025

CORE VALUE STATEMENT

The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources and deliver solutions.

SAFETY STATEMENT

We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City’s Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

The Safety & Risk Management Coordinator provides technical education and training to promote employee safety and health; works closely with the City’s management staff, human resources and legal departments to ensure compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations; manages citizen and employee claims programs. This is a single position classification and is not part of a series.

Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only)

The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned.

• Researches, develops and implements written occupational safety and health programs and policies concerning the responsibilities of managers, supervisors and other employees throughout the City.
• Remains current on federal and state occupational safety and health laws and regulations, including reporting and recordkeeping requirements, and monitors regulatory changes as they occur.
• Promotes occupational safety and health awareness through various training programs, and serves as the City’s representative on employee safety committees.
• Participates in various process evaluations and reviews, including job hazard analyses, and participates in selecting and procuring appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Identifies and analyzes causes, patterns or trends relating to employee safety issues and develops recommendations to resolve potential issues.
• Reviews injury/illness, incident and near-miss reports and conducts investigations or other necessary follow-up as appropriate.
• Administers the City’s claims management process for receiving, monitoring and resolving claims or potential claims against the City, including citizen claims for damages and employee claims for on-the-job injuries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field and at least three years of experience developing, implementing and overseeing safety programs and/or administering claims programs, or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above.

• Must pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification and Associate of Risk Management (ARM) certification are highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Must demonstrate extensive working knowledge of federal and state and occupational safety and health laws and regulations, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Washington Administrative Code.
• Must demonstrate high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Must demonstrate ability to read, understand, interpret and explain policies, procedures, rules, regulations and legal requirements to a diverse audience.
• Must demonstrate excellent problem solving, analytical ability and decision-making ability.
• Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
• Must occasionally travel outside of the immediate area for training opportunities.
• Must maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibility but serves as a coach and mentor to the City’s managers, supervisors and other employees.

Supplemental Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to meet the following physical requirements: must regularly talk and hear; must regularly sit, stand and walk; must regularly lift and move objects up to 30 pounds.

WORK SCHEDULE

The initial work schedule for this classification will be Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. with the option of working a flexible schedule. Early mornings, evenings and weekend work may be occasionally required. This classification is exempt under the FLSA.

The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law.

Paid Holidays
12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”)
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked.

Accrual per Month:
0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs
12 hours 15 hours 17 hours 19 hours 21 hours 23 hours 25 hours

Retirement Plan
All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 09/01/2024. ( www.drs.wa.gov )

PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate
Plan II 6.36% 9.11%
Plan III Employee Choice (see booklet) 9.11%

Deferred Comp
The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org )

Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance
The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.Employee current premium share is $190.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents.

Life Insurance
1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna).

Long Term Disability
The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna).

Wellness Program
The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses.

Employee Assistance
An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling.

Other Benefits Offered

• Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care)
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Bereavement Leave
• Overtime
• Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)

Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$81,936.00 - $109,236.00 Annually