• Job Description

  Req#: 4609360

  This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
  
  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.

  • 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.

  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.

  Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of program administration and management.
  • Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
  • Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
  • Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
  • Standards of workplace safety and health.
  • Safety assessment methods.
  • Applicable safety inspection procedures and practices.
  • Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
  • Customer service principles.
  • Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
  • Modern office technology.

  Skill In:

  • Managing a project or program.
  • Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
  • Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
  • Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information and statistics.
  • Compiling and sorting data and articulating issues and recommendations.
  • Coordinating deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
  • Providing direction to others in order to meet standards.
  • Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
  • Monitoring compliance with safety regulations, standards and program policies.
  • Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
  • Providing customer service.
  • Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
  • Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

  
  ADA and Other Requirements
  Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
  
  Heavy Work:
  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  
  Working Conditions:
  Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.
  
  Note:
  This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

• About the company

  Raleigh is the capital of the state of North Carolina and the seat of Wake County in the United States.

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