Director Risk Management, Occupational Health & Safety

About the Role

Direct the overall operations of Risk Management at the College. Plan, organize, and manage the administrative and operational activities of an Occupational Health and Safety program and a Worker’s Compensation program. Direct, implement, and coordinate the enforcement of policies, regulations, and federal, state, and local laws as they pertain to OSHA compliance to ensure a safe and healthful environment for students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Identify, plan, develop, and implement comprehensive safety and health programs for all work and academic areas.
• Perform needs analysis and identify, facilitate, and coordinate safety training; maintain safety class rosters and training records.
• Perform regular inspections and make recommendations for compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including OSHA, Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Building Code, NIOSH, and EPA.
• Create, update, revise, and amend OSHA-required written plans; maintain records and the recordkeeping system.
• Plan programs and safety events to enhance awareness; administer OSHA programs pertaining to Hazard Communication, Bloodborne Pathogens, Emergency Procedures, Safety Data Sheets, and Chemical Hygiene.
• Coordinate and monitor hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.
• Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and oversee a centralized risk management program, including risk identification and assessment.
• Meet with administration, faculty, and staff to identify and assess risks and ensure compliance.
• Ensure risk management and workers' compensation processes are consistent and efficient throughout the organization.
• Develop collaborations and contacts with internal and external stakeholders.
• Procure and manage property, liability, automobile liability, workers’ compensation, and other special insurance programs.
• Monitor and manage claims administration for liability, property, and workers’ compensation programs, including maintenance of detailed records.
• Design, direct, and monitor the implementation of a comprehensive workers’ compensation program, including:
  • Establishing and implementing a project plan, setting goals, and allocating resources.
  • Evaluating outcomes and making modifications as needed.
  • Developing a formal return-to-work program.
  • Standardizing and communicating procedures district-wide, including investigation of accidents, training, risk avoidance, claims administration, and reports to administrators.
• Coordinate inspections of College facilities by external regulatory agencies, including the State Fire Marshal, Department of Labor, and Workers’ Compensation representatives.
• Maintain records of visits and inspections.
• Stay current with federal, state, and local regulations as defined by OSHA.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Five years of direct experience in risk management, workers’ compensation, or occupational health and safety.
• Knowledge of risk management, workers’ compensation, and occupational health and safety policies, programs, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and communicate laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to promote, develop, and implement programs and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize work, maintain accuracy, and ensure confidentiality.
• Ability to travel between campus locations as needed.

Benefits

TCC values employees by providing a comprehensive benefit package as a significant component of your compensation. Benefits are designed to provide important protection for you and your family in cases of illness, injury, or death.