Safety, Health, and Fire Protection Administrator

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conducts risk assessments and coordinates with state agency & insurer inspections.
• Manages the Occupational Health and Safety Program.
• Investigates accidents and incidents.
• Provides training and guidance on health and safety issues.
• Maintains compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Promotes health and safety in the workplace.
• Coordinates and maintains liaison with emergency service organizations.
• Facilitate root cause investigations on accidents and near-misses.
• Develop actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Review safety plans for contracted projects.
• Cookordinate site Safety Committee’s monthly meetings.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines concerning health & safety, working knowledge of Workers Compensation law, and return-to-work policy.

Keep informed of technical and business trends both internal and external, and their applicability to the achievement of NYPA’s goals.

Thorough knowledge of power generation and transmission systems and components.

Must possess strong written and verbal skills to further NYPA’s position in the public sector.

The incumbent, as the proponent of health & safety performance beyond compliance, must be able to champion the effort with all levels of the Authority.

Prepares and maintains appropriate written compliance programs; communicates same to employees.

Takes a proactive approach to analyzing problems and recommends corrective action.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum 4 years of experience

Minimum 2 years experience implementing an employee health and safety program

Maintain certifications and proficiencies necessary

Working knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association).

Skills

Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines concerning health & safety.

Working knowledge of Workers Compensation law, and return-to-work policy.

Power generation and transmission systems and components.

Strong written and verbal skills.

Proactive problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Up to 20% travel primarily within NY State.

Physical ability to access Authority facilities is necessary on a routine basis.

Ability to enter confined spaces and areas with limited access.

Ability to work from height and travel distances as well as stairs by foot.

Ability to stand long periods of time in all types of weather; exposure to heat, cold, noise, wind and general nuisance air conditions.

Valid Drivers license.

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.

Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.

Ability to wear personal protective gear and respirator.

Pay

$97,000 - $133,100

Schedule

Up to 20% travel primarily within NY State.

Hiring Manager

Tyler Davis

Department

Transmission

Grade Level

EH08P3