Employee Safety Program Specialist

Life Link III is a premier, nationally recognized air medical transport company, known for clinical excellence, superior aviation program, and reliable response in providing care to critically ill or injured patients. Our priority is to give every patient their best chance for the best possible outcome through unwavering commitment to the highest level of care aboard safe, state-of-the-art aircraft. We focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology to equip our flight medical crew, pilots, mechanics, operational control specialists, and communication specialists with the tools needed to provide uncompromising care to the communities we serve. Our core values—safety, customer focus, excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration—guide our work.

About the role

As the Employee Safety Program Specialist, you will lead and strengthen workplace safety programs across all Life Link III locations, fostering a proactive safety culture while ensuring regulatory compliance and employee education.

Responsibilities

• Lead organization-wide employee safety initiatives across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Conduct workplace safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses using root cause analysis to identify meaningful improvements.
• Develop and deliver engaging employee safety education and training programs.
• Maintain OSHA recordkeeping and prepare regulatory reports.
• Oversee emergency preparedness planning, drills, and response readiness.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen a proactive, organization-wide culture of safety.
• Manage Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs and workplace hazard assessments.
• Recruit, mentor, and support Base Safety Representatives throughout the organization.
• Monitor safety metrics and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties and assume additional responsibilities as assigned to support Life Link III's mission, operational excellence, and commitment to employee and patient safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Biology, Industrial Hygiene, Medical Technology, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in the healthcare industry as an employee safety, emergency management, industrial hygiene, public health, or related departments; experience may be waived if a Master’s degree has been completed in topics listed.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable state safety laws.
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and training delivery skills.
• Ability to influence and build a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communication within the organization and provide recommendations on safety and risk management performance.
• Ability to apply a systems thinking holistic approach to safety incidents and investigations.
• Ability to leverage data to drive efficient and effective safety-informed decisions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite.
• Ability to travel between Life Link III locations.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in fields similar to those listed in minimum requirements.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification or training.
• Experience in Part 135 or 121 Aviation Operations with Safety Management System (SMS).
• Experience in conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and writing comprehensive regulatory reports.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match.
• 401k with employer match fully vested.
• Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance.
• Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Tuition/Training reimbursement program.
• Internet and cell phone stipends.
• Hybrid work environment.

Pay

Salary: $85,744 - $95,500 per year.

About Us

We are dedicated to making a difference. Our mission-driven culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You'll work alongside passionate professionals in a CAMTS accredited, award-winning program committed to improving patient outcomes while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Life Link III does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Life Link III is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.