Safety & Wellness Coordinator

The Highlands Ranch Metro District and Centennial Water & Sanitation District are currently accepting applications for the Safety & Wellness Coordinator position. This position is responsible for the coordination of the Safety and Wellness Programs for both Districts which involves working with all levels of the organization to develop, coordinate and conduct safety training.

The Safety & Wellness Coordinator will establish a wellness program and coordinate wellness incentives and opportunities. If you are outgoing, approachable, have excellent customer service skills, and are a safety and wellness focused individual, we strongly encourage you to apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety

• Develop and implement safety policies and programs. Review regularly and update as needed.
• Identify required safety training for staff. Consult with outside services for unique training opportunities.
• Stay current on safety requirements.
• Promote both District’s safety initiatives, including safety committee program, National Safety month, and safety communications program.
• Attend and participate in a variety of professional groups and committees related to Safety & Wellness.
• Design, implement and conduct employee safety training programs.
• Communicate safety issues/hazards to management and supervisors.
• Analyze hazardous risks as to the impact and exposure to the District’s to minimize loss.
• Review safety procedures to identify potential risks and make recommendations for necessary changes to policy and procedures.
• Maintain employee safety training records and communicate deficiencies to management and supervisors.
• Represent the District’s in a professional manner and maintain positive working relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Perform other safety related duties and special assignments as assigned.
• Conduct new employee and seasonal employee safety orientation.
• Communicate and distribute safety, hazard prevention, and loss control information to employees.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, support, and help to implement new ideas.
• Evaluate, purchase, and maintain safety supplies and equipment for all departments.
• Conduct accident investigations to assess unsafe acts and conditions, minimize recurrence, process changes and other injury prevention/reduction activities.
• Review loss exposure information to determine trends and follow-up with safety initiatives.
• Obtain and maintain Instructor certification and provide annual CPR and First Aid training for employees.
• Review and update Safety SOPPs and Safety Policy Manual.
• Manage prescription safety eye-glass wear program and safety footwear program.

Wellness

• Conduct health assessment / survey to identify employee needs.
• Develop and implement wellness programs and initiatives.
• Educate employees about healthy living and provide resources.
• Partner with departments and organizations to promote wellness.
• Measure the effectiveness of wellness programs and make necessary adjustments.

Workers’ Compensation

• Oversee of all aspects of Workers’ Compensation to ensure legal compliance.
• Authorizes medical treatment for injured employees.
• Implement programs to reduce WC issues / injuries.
• Process internal Incident / Accident Reports and communicate report appropriately and confidentially.
• Ensure completion of First Report of Injury and notify carrier of claim.
• Determine if modified duty is available and complies with any work restrictions indicated.
• Act as a liaison between injured workers and medical providers when appropriate.
• Submits lost time reports to insurance carrier on a timely basis.
• Provide medical evaluations and treatment plans to the insurance carrier.
• Track lost time for Workers’ Compensation.
• Responsible for notifying payroll of changes to employee’s compensation.
• Provide HR Manager with status updates.

DOT / CDL

• Oversees District’s DOT, CDL process.
• Maintains CDL random drug and alcohol testing records in compliance with DOT rules and regulations.
• Manages DOT program including quarterly randoms, MVR audits, monitoring of DOT expiration dates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in safety or business-related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two years of safety training experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Knowledge of OSHA and Colorado safety regulations.
• Instructor Certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED-BL.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have the ability to create, organize and maintain employee safety training records.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including spreadsheets, databases, and word processing.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel required.
• Work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.
• Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels.
• Prepare accurate and complete records and reports.
• Experienced in employee education and training method, curriculum development and training effectiveness.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

This position is under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, including Microsoft Windows, Office 365, spreadsheet and database software, web-based software systems, calculator, desk and cell phone, MFP copier/scanner, general office equipment, etc., camera, automobile, or light truck.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, mainly Monday through Friday. Due to the nature of this position, some evening and weekend hours may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office and in outside weather conditions including inclement weather. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and contact with water from irrigation, plumbing fixtures, and other sources.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview and reference check. Job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Districts conduct drug screenings, background and motor vehicle record checks for 18+.

ABOUT US:

The Highlands Ranch Metro District, as the local government in our community, is committed to providing the following high-quality municipal services while managing resources wisely for Highlands Ranch such as; construction of major roads, installation and maintenance of landscaping and fences adjacent to major roads, installation of traffic signals and street lights on major roads, construction and maintenance of parks and trails, youth and adult outdoor recreation and sports programs, management and maintenance of extensive natural open space areas and so much more.

Centennial Water & Sanitation District has provided water and wastewater services to Highlands Ranch residential and commercial customers for more than three decades. Centennial Water strives to ensure that our water resources are used wisely. Centennial Water’s strategy is to optimize the use of surface water. Over the past 25 years, approximately 80 percent of the water supplied has come from renewable river supplies.

We prioritize your well-being and recognize the importance of a work/life balance by offering outstanding benefits:

Health & Retirement!

• 100% paid employee-only medical insurance premiums
• 100% paid employee-only dental & vision insurance premiums
• 100% paid life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance premiums
• 100% contribution match for the pension plan
• Up to 6% contribution match for the optional retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for additional medical expenses.

Work/life Balance!

• Earn 2 weeks’ vacation accrual per year (3 weeks after 5 years)
• On date of hire receive 80 hours of sick leave (and each year on work anniversary)
• 9 full paid holidays and 2 half holidays in 2024
• 200 hours of medical leave

Wellness & Improvement!

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support, guidance, and resources for employees and their families
• Up to $2,000 a year for education reimbursement
• Highlands Ranch Community Association recreation center pass for a discounted fee

Saving & Planning!

• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan to help employees plan for their retirement.
• Group discounts for employees on everything from legal assistance to cell phone bills.

We are accepting applications for at least two weeks or until the position is filled.

Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.