Safety & Occupational Health Program Manager

NOTE: This is a re-announcement of a previously posted position (Staff Safety Specialist - 1376), those who have previously applied do not need to apply again unless you wish to update your application.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Arlington County's Department of Human Resources is seeking a Safety & Occupational Health Program Manager to independently lead the development, implementation, and administration of County-wide occupational safety and health (OSHA/VOSH) policies and programs. Operating under general direction with broad latitude, this highly autonomous role serves as a subject matter expert tasked with managing programs designed to prevent injury, reduce liability, and minimize property damage.

Responsibilities

Major Job Duties:

• Developing, updating, and administering policies to ensure County-wide compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) policies, programs, and procedures;  
• Managing the County’s Safety Committee meetings and coordinating the activity of other officials responsible for safety programs at the agency level;  
• Educating and communicating policy direction and technical guidance to County agencies on safety matters;  
• Conducting and guiding regular compliance audits and safety inspections of County facilities, equipment, and vehicles; initiating corrective actions to eliminate hazards; and promoting a safe work environment;
• Ensuring accuracy of OSHA logs, analyzing accident trends to identify hazards, and monitoring emerging safety trends to strengthen safety performance;
• Maintaining safety training manuals and leading the Vehicle Incident Review Committee (VIRC);
• Administering the County-wide Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Driver Policy programs, maintaining accurate, confidential, and well-organized records, staying current with DOT and related regulations, and administering the Countywide Drug & Alcohol Testing Program;
• Leading efforts to comply with environmental regulations and developing measures addressing ergonomics, air quality, and other workplace health and safety factors;
• Coordinating with safety vendors, procure safety supplies, equipment, and materials to support Safety and Occupational Health program operations, assisting with Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) and partnering with Emergency Management to ensure emergency preparedness and response; and
• Serving as County-wide subject matter expert, including during critical events like collective bargaining negotiations.

The ideal candidate takes ownership of outcomes, collaborates effectively across all levels of government, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. They can synthesize data from diverse sources to make sound, defensible decisions and move initiatives forward with minimal direction. 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, or similar field such as Safety Management or Industrial Hygiene; and
• Considerable experience in risk management, workers' compensation programs, occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or other related fields.

Substitution(s): Additional qualifying experience can be substituted for the educational requirement. Additional education can be substituted for the experience requirement.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Significant experience developing, implementing, and independently managing occupational safety and health (OSHA/VOSH) programs, risk management, or industrial hygiene;
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP);  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the use of pivot tables, charts, and graphics as well as experience using Power BI reports.
• Experience with technical research and proficiency in written and verbal communications; and/or  
• Experience with coaching and demonstrated ability to help others understand complex technical issues.

Special Requirements

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Driver’s License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions.  

Additional Information

Work hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; occasional evening and weekend work is required.  

Starting salary is commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.  

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

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