Safety/Risk Manager

Safety/Risk Manager Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority - 2.9 Metairie, LA Job Details Full-time $42,952 - $63,627 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Free parking Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Injury prevention programs Emergency preparedness education Vehicle inspections Committee work Conducting hazard assessments Program management Microsoft Outlook Safety inspections for hazard identification 5 years Spreadsheets Facilities fire safety systems Job-specific skills training (staff training program) Mid-level Performing regular vehicle safety checks Disaster preparedness programs Documentation tools Loss control Safety investigations Microsoft Teams Health and safety committees Vehicle maintenance documentation Emergency response planning Safety records management Occupational safety risk assessments Life safety system inspection Risk & issue management Communication skills General management Health and safety training programs Fire prevention inspections Full Job Description Do you have a passion for creating safer workplaces while helping organizations effectively manage risk, protect resources and support their mission? If you're the type of professional who sees both the big picture and the details that matter, we'd like to hear from you. As the Safety/Risk Manager of Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA), you will coordinate and direct the agency-wide safety program, including risk management, loss prevention, safety, accident prevention, emergency preparedness, and related staff training. The Safety/Risk Managere reports to the Facility Asset & Risk Management (FARM) Director. JPHSA helps individuals and families in Jefferson Parish affected by mental illness, addictive disorders, and developmental disabilities to live full, healthy, independent, and productive lives. JPHSA, a Local Governing Entity has been serving the community since 1989 and operates from three facilities located in Metairie, Elmwood and Marrero. Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) is a Louisiana Local Governing Entity (LGE) and special district established by state law to administer behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and related services in Jefferson Parish. JPHSA is governed by an independent Board of Directors and is not a department of Jefferson Parish government.

Compensation, Benefits & More Competitive Salary Health Insurance:

Great health insurance package with generous employer match and option to add dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid Leave:

Generous accrual rate for paid annual and sick leave (does not expire) in addition to 10+ paid official state holidays

Retirement:

Eligibility for the Louisiana State Employees Retirement System and the Deferred Compensation Plan option for supplemental tax-deferred retirement savings

Mission-driven Organization:

Workplace that values both professionalism and compassion

Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Options:

If eligible Free, nearby parking Responsibilities Functions as the agency's authority for safety, risk management, emergency preparedness, and operational loss prevention activities. Chairs the JPHSA Safety Committee. Documents, tracks and updates JPHSA agency vehicle safety inspections. Provides detailed analyses of safety-related incidents/accidents. Conducts or coordinates inspections related to fire/life safety systems, means of egress, emergency lighting, hazard conditions and general workplace safety. Establishes housekeeping/janitorial and hazard control practices for recognizing, inspecting, preventing, controlling and eliminating safety hazards prior to injury, illness and/or property damage. Manages loss prevention activities to prevent and reduce staff member job-related accidents, injuries, and property losses. Ensures mandatory trainings are current and facilitates other emergency preparedness training as needed, including developing training materials and ensuring documentation of staff member participation. Qualifications and Skills Five years of experience in safety inspection or training, emergency preparedness, safety education or promotion, risk management, or administrative services Positive, proactive, and solution-focused Adaptable communication skills and ability to interact effectively at different levels with different audiences Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, respect organizational hierarchy, and incorporate feedback into work products and performance Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and basic research tools Contact Put your skills to work for the greater good. Apply for this position by submitting a resume to Mark Zinter at .

Salary:

$42,952-$63,627 annually

Pay:

$42,952.00 - $63,627.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person