Position Title

TEMPORARY SAFETY AND SECURITY OPERATIONS COORDINATOR (DOQ)

Position Number

204005

FLSA Status

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Temporary

Salary

$51,001-$75,566 Annually (Depending on qualifications)

Job Summary

Under general direction, performs professional work providing guidance for technical and regulatory compliance and efficient maintenance of the safety and security programs for the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB).

Responsibilities

Safety and Security Operations Coordinator

Plans, coordinates, and implements the utility’s safety and security programs, and projects to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, fatalities, and losses. Conducts assessments, inspections, and equipment surveys to identify risks and recommends corrective actions. Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine causes and prevent recurrence. Participates in safety and security committees to promote occupational health and safety initiatives. Develops and delivers training sessions in classroom, online, and field settings to ensure staff competency. Maintains documentation for inspections, training, compliance, and equipment testing. Responds to safety and security calls, including emergencies outside regular work hours, weekends, and holidays.

Completes other job duties as assigned.

Senior Safety and Security Operations Coordinator (in addition to the duties listed above)

Researches occupational safety and security information and monitors regulations and mandated safety and security training for the development, application and implementation of safety and security programs, policies, rules, and procedures to minimize hazards and vulnerabilities in the workplace. Provides guidance on safety and/or security policies, programs, procedures, processes, and regulations and serves as a resource on questions regarding safety and/or security procedures and techniques. Provides leadership, guidance, work assignments, and training to less experienced staff. May assume the duties and responsibilities of the assigned supervisor or manager in their absence. May provide leadership, guidance, work assignments, and training to less experienced staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge important to perform the functions of the job include:

Knowledge of federal or state agency regulations such as Occupation Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Department of Transportation (DOT) and ASIS Protection of Assets standards and regulations. Knowledge and understanding in areas of responsibility, including principles of occupational health and safety and security. Knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials used in the utility industry. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Internet resources, and safety related software.

Skills important to perform the functions of the job include:

Skill in identifying safety and security needs and in coordinating the safety efforts of the department. Skill in developing and implementing written policies, procedures, and programs.

Skill in organization, multi-tasking, and project management. Professional oral and written communication skills in English; bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Abilities important to perform the functions of the job include:

Ability to deliver effective safety and/or security presentations. Ability to work fully independently.

Ability to maintain discretion in data analysis and problem resolutions. Ability to articulate and communicate safety-related concepts to a broad range of staff. Ability to demonstrate a high sense of discretion and integrity when dealing with sensitive information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships stakeholders. Ability to work with frequent interruptions/changes in priorities. Ability to handle potentially hostile or uncertain situations.

Ability to collect data, establish databases and maintain records. Ability to be on-call as needed to respond to risk/safety calls.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in business, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience in occupational health and safety, loss control or related field. A combination of appropriate education and relevant experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Senior Safety and Security Operations Coordinator

Two (2) additional years of experience are required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Requires a valid Texas Driver License or receipt of a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of relocation to Texas and a safe driving record, as measured by company policy. An OSHA 30 Hour Training (construction) or a Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH) certification is preferred.

Senior Safety and Security Operations Coordinator (in addition to the requirements listed above)

Requires a Certified Safety & Health Official (CSHO), Occupation Safety & Health Technologist (OSHT), or a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) certification.

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. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 40 lbs.). Work is performed 75 percent in the field with exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt and dust, and/or disagreeable sights and odors. This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than stated in this specification.

Eligibility for Employment

In addition to any and all other qualifications required for employment stated under the Brownsville P.U.B Personnel Policies and Procedures Policy No. 39:

- It is the policy of the BPUB not to hire more than two related persons; and

- Based on certain prohibitions of the Charter and Statute on nepotism, no person can be hired who shall be related to any member of the Board of Directors or City Commission within the third degree of consanguinity or second degree by affinity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S613P

Open Until Filled

No

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