Safety Manager

About the role

Addison Group is partnering with our client, an established nonprofit organization, to identify a Safety Manager who will help oversee workplace safety initiatives, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. This organization is seeking a proactive leader who can develop effective safety procedures, collaborate with leadership, and help ensure a safe environment for employees and the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs that support a safe working environment.
• Evaluate workplace conditions and operational activities to identify hazards and recommend appropriate risk-reduction measures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to assess compliance and identify areas requiring improvement.
• Oversee the investigation of workplace accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents, documenting findings and coordinating corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA requirements, applicable safety regulations, and internal organizational standards.
• Lead employee safety training, orientation sessions, and ongoing awareness initiatives.
• Partner with department leaders to communicate safety expectations and ensure consistent implementation of established procedures.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, inspection records, incident reports, training logs, and compliance files.
• Analyze incident trends and safety performance data to identify recurring concerns and develop preventative strategies.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness procedures, evacuation plans, drills, and response protocols.
• Manage corrective action plans and follow up with responsible parties to confirm identified issues are resolved.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers regarding safe work practices, hazard reporting, and incident prevention.
• Support workers' compensation documentation and collaborate with relevant parties on workplace injury follow-up.
• Stay informed about regulatory updates and recommend changes to safety programs as needed.
• Promote accountability and continuous improvement by encouraging employees to actively participate in workplace safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in occupational safety, environmental health and safety (EHS), safety management, or a related field.
• Previous experience overseeing safety programs, conducting inspections, and managing incident investigations.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace health and safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop safety procedures, coordinate training, and implement corrective actions.
• Experience maintaining compliance documentation, preparing reports, and tracking safety performance metrics.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence safe behaviors across multiple departments.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including identifying risks and recommending practical solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to handle sensitive incident information and employee documentation with discretion.
• Experience in a nonprofit, community services, healthcare, education, or similarly regulated environment is preferred.
• Relevant safety certifications, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), or OSHA training credentials, are preferred.

Pay

$80,000–$85,000

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-4:30PM, Fully Onsite

Benefits

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).