Employee Fleet & Safety Coordinator City of Oakland, CA - 3.4 Oakland, CA Job Details Full-time $117,063.00 - $143,734.56 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Occupational health expertise Team leadership Safety regulations Driver's License Safety hazards Data interpretation Managing projects Technical Proficiency Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city's historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Why join the City of Oakland Human Resource Management Department? The City of Oakland's Human Resources Department is seeking an Employee Fleet & Safety Coordinator who is passionate about creating safer workplaces, supporting employees, and improving organizational operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact by developing and implementing safety programs, strengthening compliance practices, and promoting a culture of health, safety, and accountability across the organization. As an Employee Fleet & Safety Coordinator, you will collaborate with departments throughout the City to address complex safety challenges, provide technical guidance, and develop solutions that enhance employee well-being and operational effectiveness. You will play a key role in supporting fleet safety initiatives, managing compliance efforts, analyzing risk, and implementing best practices that protect employees and the public. Joining the City of Oakland means becoming part of a mission-driven organization committed to serving the community, fostering innovation, and delivering high-quality public services. This role provides the opportunity to apply your expertise, build collaborative partnerships, and contribute to meaningful improvements that impact employees and the City as a whole. We are looking for someone who is: A proactive safety professional who is passionate about protecting employees, improving workplace practices, and promoting a strong safety culture. A skilled problem-solver who can analyze complex compliance issues and develop practical, effective solutions. A collaborative team member who enjoys building relationships and working with employees, supervisors, and leadership across multiple departments. A detail-oriented professional who can manage regulations, documentation, audits, and reporting requirements with accuracy. An effective communicator who can provide training, explain policies, and influence positive safety behaviors. A continuous learner who stays current with changing regulations, industry trends, and best practices in fleet and workplace safety. What you typically will be responsible for: Developing, implementing, and monitoring employee safety and fleet compliance programs to support safe and efficient operations. Ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including transportation, workplace safety, and environmental requirements. Conducting audits, inspections, and reviews to identify risks, track compliance, and recommend corrective actions. Investigating vehicle incidents, workplace safety concerns, and operational issues to identify root causes and improve safety practices. Providing guidance, training, and technical support to employees and departments on fleet safety policies, procedures, and best practices. Maintaining compliance records, preparing reports, and analyzing data to recommend improvements that enhance fleet performance and reduce risk. Working for the City of Oakland A few reasons you might love this job: You will make a meaningful impact by helping protect City employees, residents, and public assets. You will lead initiatives that promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will collaborate with diverse departments and stakeholders to solve complex operational challenges. You will be in a dynamic role that combines field work, collaboration, project management, and strategic planning. You will grow your career in public service while contributing to the efficient delivery of essential City services. A few challenges you might face in this job: You will navigate complex regulations by ensuring compliance with evolving federal, state, and local fleet and workplace safety requirements. You will have to balance competing priorities while managing compliance initiatives, responding to incidents, and supporting multiple departments. You will drive organizational change by fostering a culture of safety and encouraging adoption of new policies and best practices.

Competencies Required:

Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative) : Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment

Analyzing & Interpreting Data :

Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data

Building & Maintaining Relationships :

Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships

Critical Thinking :

Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims

Fact Finding :

Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question

Leadership :

Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal

Legal & Regulatory Navigation :

Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations

Oral Communication :

Engaging effectively in dialogue

Professional & Technical Expertise :

Applying technical subject matter to the job

Project Management :

Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

Safety Focus :

Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards

Writing :

Communicating effectively in writing Minimum Requirements for Application This recruitment will produce two eligible lists . The restricted list will be for full-time, permanent part-time, or part-time City and Port of Oakland employees who maintain employment for the duration of the recruitment and pass all stages of the recruitment process. The open list will be for all other applicants who pass all stages of the recruitment process. Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications may be acceptable.

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, occupational health, occupational safety, or a related field.

Experience:

Four years of professional experience in occupational safety and health. Demonstrated, active participation in safety-related trade organizations is highly desirable. License or Certificate Incumbent is this position is expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours worked, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Individuals appointed will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License while employed. Desirable Qualifications Possession of a Certified Safety Professional or Certified Industrial Hygienist designation is desirable The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include•: CalPERS Medical Dental Vision Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Benefits Group & Supplemental Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) Pension Benefits Deferred Compensation Specific benefits may vary depending on the assigned specific bargaining unit.