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Job Summary

Responsible for developing implementing administering and continuously improving the Jacksonville Aviation Authority's comprehensive Health and Safety Program across the four airport locations. This position manages the JAA's Occupational Health and Safety Program including certain aspects of the organization's Operational Risk Management (ORM) to promote a proactive safety culture reduce workplace injuries ensure regulatory compliance. This position develops safety policies and procedures monitors various Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) processes, conducts inspections and investigations manages safety training initiatives, analyzes safety data and trends collaborates with department leadership to identify and mitigate operational risks. Work is performed in an office environment though the employee must frequently be in the field or at the various airport locations. The work is performed under limited supervision where work assignments are subject to established procedures practices and standards. However the employee plans and organizes the work and determines appropriate priorities and the work is reviewed usually after-the-fact in terms of quality timeliness compatibility with other work assignments and effectiveness in supporting departmental goals and objectives. Reports to the Chief Compliance Officer.

Essential Functions

• Develop and administer occupational health and safety programs for all JAA departments.
• Conduct risk assessments facilitate hazard identification and implement mitigation strategies.
• Develop written safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Collect and analyze safety data develop performance dashboards and monitor key safety performance indicators.
• Participate in safety review meetings recommend improvements based on data analysis and lead safety action initiatives.
• Maintain a safety reporting system.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FAA OSHA EPA state and local safety regulations recommend corrective actions and monitor completion.
• Investigate employee injuries vehicle accidents equipment damage and operational safety incidents.
• Determine root causes recommend corrective actions and track corrective actions through completion.
• Work collaboratively with Risk and Insurance Compliance Manager to prepare investigation reports.
• Liaison with Human Resources and support the City of Jacksonville in the administration of workers' compensation claims.
• Manage the Random Drug Testing of employees in Safety Sensitive positions.
• Monitor changes in applicable federal and state safety regulations.
• Assist departments in maintaining compliance with applicable OSHA standards.
• Coordinate personal protective equipment (PPE) programs.
• Conduct safety inspections of JAA facilities.
• Monitor contractor safety compliance.
• Participate in Emergency Operations and Incident Management meetings.
• Participate in the administration and maintenance of the JAA's Operational Risk Management (ORM) System consistent with FAA guidelines and industry-best practices, as required.
• Work collaboratively with Airport Operations in support of the FAA mandated Safety Management System (SMS) and serve as a subject matter expert as requested.
• Maintain required safety documentation and records.
• Develop annual safety training plans coordinate required employee safety training and maintain training records.
• Deliver instructor led safety training as appropriate and track employee training compliance.
• Develop safety awareness campaigns and recognize positive safety performance.
• Promote employee engagement in safety initiatives and proactive hazard reporting.
• Develop safety program budget recommendations.
• Maintain safety manuals policies and procedures.
• Prepare annual safety program reports.
• Manage safety related contracts and vendors.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of accident investigation techniques risk assessment methodologies and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of emergency management and business continuity principles.
• Ability to influence people at all levels from securing executive support for safety initiatives to motivating employees to follow safety protocols.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to learn and use Oracle Propworks and other software applications JAA uses.
• Ability to effectively analyze data by interpreting safety metrics spotting trends and using safety management software to inform decisions.
• Skill in understanding how various operational factors create risks and how to mitigate them effectively.
• Skill in project management the ability to manage safety initiatives by coordinating multiple departments and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills ability to translate technical safety details into language that resonates with diverse audiences.
• Skill in training and instruction.
• Detail oriented and organized.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration safety risk management or a related field AND
• 5 years of experience in managing occupational safety and health programs industrial safety or a related field including program management experience OR
• An equivalent combination of experience education and training.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Safety Professional certifications

Licenses & Certifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
• Florida Class E Driver's License may be required and must be maintained.

Physical Demands

The physical demands frequent walking over uneven surfaces climbing stairs and ladders occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and respond to emergencies after hours when required. Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.