Safety Specialist II

Position Overview

Assists in the development and administration of LRWRA safety program, safety training and related safety activities. Assists in the development and publication of safety policies and procedures. Maintains a safe work environment for all employees.

Examples of Duties

• Safety and related programs - Assists in the development of goals, priorities, and objectives for safety and safety related training.
• Coverspecialized training by outside vendors when necessary.
• Maintains employee safety and training records.
• Responds to questions and resolves employee concerns regarding health and safety.
• Works with supervisor on the development and implementation of safety incentive and reward programs.
• Serves as advisor to the safety team.
• Liaison to community organizations, such as Little Rock Fire Department, Little Rock Police Department, Arkansas Department of Labor & Licensing, Little Rock Emergency Management and MEMS to ensure information and emergency assistance.
• Works with EHS supervisor to review, maintain and organize documents associated with the health and safety program.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct Emergency Action Response Plan (EARP) drills, including evacuation, shelter-in-place, severe weather, fire, chemical release, and other emergency scenarios.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct workplace exposure monitoring as needed or assigned for noise, atmospheric testing, and other safety or hazardous needs.
• Coordinates and conducts scheduled and unscheduled work site audits to ensure compliance with LRWRA policies and procedures.
• Communicates to supervisor and notifies appropriate departmental supervisors of safety violations, concerns, recommendations and outstanding performance recognitions.
• Works with supervisors, staff, and outside vendors to correct problems and/or recommend improvements or changes in safety procedures or equipment.
• Supports contractor safety management and ensures contractors comply with site safety requirements.
• Researches and makes recommendations in the development and/or update of safety-related policies, programs, procedures, or equipment.
• Conducts and maintains job hazard analysis and related procedures.
• Assists with the collection, investigation, and analysis of accident and work-related injury/illness data. Prepares reports and makes recommendations for corrective actions.
• Maintains and responds to alarms at each facility.
• Fulfills safety practices and guidelines.
• Assists supervisor as directed.
• Performs other essential duties as assigned.
• Subject to call seven days a week with ability to respond in a timely manner in emergency situations.
• Undertakes any reasonable request within capabilities that is for the good of the community and LRWRA.
• Represents LRWRA as a member of professional groups and/or associations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Associates degree from an accredited college or university. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint applications.
• Knowledge of safety programs such as accident prevention, pulmonary health, hearing conservation, industrial hygiene, HazMat, trenching and shoring, competent person, traffic control, safety incentive programs, etc.
• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations, laws, and codes pertaining to safety functions.
• Knowledge of methods used in the investigation, analysis, and reporting of safety incidents.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping principles and practices.
• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to make presentations before groups.
• Ability to conduct effective training on a variety of subjects.
• Ability to interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to document policies and procedures.
• Ability to schedule projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Experience in wastewater industry is preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Certifications in safety programs such as accident prevention, pulmonary health, hearing conservation, industrial hygiene, HazMat, trenching and shoring, competent person, traffic control, etc.

Employee Benefits

• Health/Prescription/Dental/Drug/Vision - Health & Prescription Drug - UMR (United Healthcare) - High Deductible with H.S.A.
• Dental - Delta Dental Plan of Arkansas
• Vision - DeltaVision / EyeMed Insight
• 11 days per calendar year plus one floating holiday.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Hours accrue based on length of service (1 day equals 8 hours): 0-1 years: 18 days; 1-5 years: 20 days; 5-10 years: 25 days; 10-15 years: 27 days; 15-25 years: 30 days; 25 and more years: 35 days.
• Arsenic Public Employees Retirement System (APERS). Defined benefit. Mandatory employee contribution of 6.25% tax-deferred. Employer contribution of 15.32%. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 401(a) Money Purchase Plans. Mandatory employee contribution schedule. Employer contribution schedule based on tenure. Vested at 5 years of employment.
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans. Supplemental pre-tax plan. Funded entirely by employee.
• Short Term Disability (STD) employer paid.
• Short Term Disability (STD) Buy Up (optional) employee paid.
• Long Term Disability (LTD) employer paid.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution available.
• Flexible Spending Account, employee funded, for Medical and/or Dependent Care expenses.
• Group Term Life Insurance (1x annual salary) employer paid.
• Additional life insurance. Funded entirely by employee.
• Telcoe Federal Credit Union
• Southwest Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Direct deposit of payroll.
• Education Reimbursement of up to $5250.00 annually (after 1 year of employment).
• University of Little Rock, AR tuition discounts.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.
• Fitness Reimbursement of up to $200.00 annually.
• Wellness Program of up to $150.00 annually.