Risk And Safety Coordinator

Do you enjoy a challenge? Are passionate about safety and risk management? If so, apply for the Risk & Safety Coordinator position today!

The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Risk & Safety Coordinator ($57,915 - $71,915/yr. DOE) to work multilaterally with internal and external stakeholders to provide a safe and healthy work environment free of recognized hazards for employees and volunteers. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about building a Safety Culture by enhancing the City's Safety Program while displaying risk management skills by managing claims, light duty program, review certificates of insurance along with multiple projects. We are seeking someone who will truly care for our city.

The Risk Management Department is a part of the Human Resources Team which includes a Risk Manager and the vacant Risk & Safety Coordinator role. The team is small yet has a BIG impact upon our City staff, volunteers and community. This is position is a hybrid role in which there will be opportunities for field work along with administrative duties.

The Risk & Safety Coordinator role earns a competitive salary based on experience. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

About The City Of Pearland

The City of Pearland was named a Top Workplace in the USA for 2023.

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A RISK & SAFETY COORDINATOR.

As Is Expected Of All City Of Pearland Employees, Any Candidate Is Expected To Operate In Accordance With The City's Organization Values

A successful candidate will have the ability to apply critical thinking skills and sound judgment while working collaboratively and proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization to solve problems and find sustainable solutions.

• Integrity: We are honest, ethical and do the right things for the right reasons.
• Teamwork: We are a caring workplace made up of a team working towards a shared purpose. We collaborate and support each other.
• Innovation: We are progressive thinkers who embrace the challenge of continuous improvement.
• Trust: We build trust by providing excellent service, honoring it through accountability and effective communication.
• Ownership: This is our city, we are invested and dedicated to its continuous success. We take pride in all we do.
• Respect: We act with kindness and empathy; embracing diversity and inclusion.

Essential Functions Are

• Performs work site inspections and visits to evaluate a broad range of field and office hazards and working conditions.
• Coordinates and works closely with Department Safety Representative.
• Plans, prepares, schedules, and performs safety training for employees on various topics applicable to City operations. Works closely with HR Business Partners overseeing the Learning Management System to develop safety curriculum for all employees.
• Leverage statistical data and professionally convert the information to words and charts that can be presented to management.
• Performs timely incident investigations after near misses, incidents, or exposures. May include responding to afterhours incidents or motor vehicle accidents.
• Develops, modifies, and implements safety policies and procedures.
• Oversees Citywide Safety Committee/Accident Review Board.
• Prepares monthly reports for City safety performance and incidents.
• Facilitate, process and manage liability, property and worker's compensation claims. Includes investigation, follow-up on recommendations, subrogating the claim if third party involved and filing claims with insurance carrier.
• Conducts building inspections and safety surveys of City facilities, parks and structures.
• Prepares reports related to worksite inspections and recommended action to be taken.
• Facilitates random drug testing for safety sensitive positions.

Additional Duties

• Coordinate annual Fire Department physicals.
• Stays up to date on safety, health, and risk best practices, regulations, and trends.
• Recognizes and reduces liability; trains and educates employees on safety.
• Provides communication to department leadership on matters regarding safety and risk as it may pertain to them.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Run annual drivers' license reports for City employees. Responsible for annual reporting to the federal CDL Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Requires two years in the safety industry or closely related experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Risk Management, or closely related field preferred.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Valid Texas Driver License

Emergency Management Responsibilities

This position will assist with emergency management planning. This role will also be required to operate within the Emergency Operations Center during an emergency, such as a hurricane, or other situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties the entire duration of the event.