Safety Specialist

Job Title: Safety Specialist

Location: Statewide (Alabama) – Travel Required

Reports To: Vice President Statewide Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

At AREA the Statewide Safety Specialist plays a vital role in fostering a proactive safety culture among our member electric cooperatives across Alabama. This position is responsible for promoting a safety-first mindset, delivering impactful training, conducting safety audits, and supporting compliance with federal and state safety regulations. The ideal candidate is a passionate safety advocate with strong communication and coaching skills with a collaborative spirit that is motivated to make a difference day in and day out. If it’s your desire to work with a team that’s purpose is larger than yourself and requires selfless service, apply now!

Key Responsibilities

Safety Culture Development

· Promote a positive safety culture through education, engagement, and leadership.

· Serve as a resource and mentor to cooperative employees on safety best practices.

· Support the development and implementation of safety initiatives and campaigns.

Training & Education

· Deliver engaging safety training programs tailored to various roles within the cooperatives.

· Conduct regular safety meetings, workshops, and hands-on demonstrations.

· Stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure training relevance.

Compliance & Auditing

· Conduct safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.

· Assist in the development and review of safety policies and procedures.

· Support incident investigations and root cause analyses and recommend corrective actions.

Collaboration & Support

· Work closely with cooperative leadership and safety coordinators to align safety goals.

· Participate in statewide safety committees and initiatives.

· Provide on-site support during emergencies or major incidents.

Qualifications

· Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Minimum 10 years of experience in safety, preferably in the utility or electrical industry.

· Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and other relevant safety regulations.

· Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to travel frequently across Alabama.

· Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), or similar certification preferred.

Working Conditions

· Frequent travel to member cooperative sites across Alabama and Florida Panhandle.

· Fieldwork in various weather conditions and environments.

· Occasional evening or weekend work for training or emergency response.

Salary commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Work Location: In person