Regional Safety Coordinator MMUA

The Regional Safety Coordinator has primary responsibility for conducting safety management services for participants within a group/region. Additionally, s/he serves as a liaison between employees and management on occupational safety matters.

Essential functions

· Provide expertise and serve as a resource on occupational safety, health, and environmental matters.

· Develop and conduct training within required timeframe to ensure compliance.

· Conduct audits and inspections; provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvements.

· Evaluate personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing equipment to ensure proper function and integrity.

· Facilitate safety committee meetings and serve as safety committee advisor. Work collaboratively to develop/enhance a positive safety culture.

· Maintain training records.

· Serve as an ambassador for MMUA and support activities that enhance the membership brand.

· Conduct specialized post-incident/accident review/investigation, audits, assessments, or other programs/services qualified to perform.

· Work collaboratively with and through colleagues to help MMUA achieve the goals in its strategic and operating plans.

· Maintain positive relationships with industry partners and state agencies (MNOSHA, MNDOT, etc.).

· Attend and participate in weekly/monthly all staff meetings and annual retreats, and meet all assigned deadlines, unless excused in advance.

Competencies

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language

· Excellent interpersonal and customer/member service skills

· Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and deadlines

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

· Broad knowledge of current state and federal safety compliance requirements, regulations, standards, codes, etc.

Work environment

· Standard office environment

· Industrial work environments: indoor and outdoor

· Environments typical to vehicular travel

Physical demands

· Ability to sit for long periods at a desk or in a vehicle

· Ability to lift up to 30 pounds at times

Travel required

· Travel in-state by car between 1 and 31 days per month

· May require frequent overnight travel for in-state events

Required education and experience

High School Diploma or higher, with 130-Hour OSHA Academy Certification, and minimum of 7+ years’ advanced experience in a safety-related role within the skilled trades industry. Successful at establishing and maintaining partnerships and relationships.

Preferred education and experience

· Experience in utilities, not-for-profits, or associations is preferred

· Demonstrated training and program development skills

· Solid understanding of applicable industry regulations

· Ability to speak effectively in public

· Certified Journeyman Lineworker a plus

Additional eligibility requirements

· Must possess current and valid driver’s license

· Must be eligible to work in the United States

Equal Employment Opportunity

MMUA does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, union membership, creed, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law.