Austin Aviation - Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

About This Position

• About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
• Owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport’s largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport’s expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.

Job Description:

Austin Aviation - Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator

Purpose:

Under minimal direction, this position applies knowledge of policies, rules, and regulations in the development, administration, implementation, and evaluation of the occupational health and safety program.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• •Develops and implements comprehensive safety and training programs to ensure adherence to safety practices and procedures.
• •Establishes standards and procedures, and performs facility and job site inspections to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, regulations, or departmental safety policies and procedures.
• •Participates, as necessary, in the preparation and monitoring of budget and contracts/contractors, and in the implementation of the departmental budget; and recommends and justifies capital expenditures.
• •Conducts accident and incident investigations to determine root causes, and develops plans to prevent recurrence by inspecting or reviewing areas, equipment, processes, and work activities for hazardous conditions.
• •Provides advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of occupational safety issues and decisions.
• •Develops and conducts occupational safety training for various workgroups, including evaluation and modification of programs to meet Local, State, and Federal OSHA requirements.
• •Coordinates occupational safety activities which may include conducting safety drills, inspections, investigations, or other safety program events.
• •Directs and reviews the analysis of accident or injury data by identifying trends, creating related reports, and including financial impact in an effort to develop proposed solutions to problems and identify the needs for new or modified occupational safety programs.
• •Researches occupational safety information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work place

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• •Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing occupational Safety.
• •Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• •Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
• •Knowledge of safety and risk management principles, policies, and procedures.
• •Knowledge of training and learning principles.
• •Knowledge of financial analysis methods.
• •Skill in oral and written communication.
• •Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• •Skill in using computers and related software.
• •Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• •Skill in conducting investigations.
• •Skill in identifying safety and risk hazards.
• •Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
• •Ability to present oral presentations and training.
• •Ability to use the computerized tools, databases, and communications techniques used in human resources within the City of Austin municipal government.
• •Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• •Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge of occupational health and safety programs.
• •Ability to develop and facilitate training sessions.
• •Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• •Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in related field, plus four (4) years of experience in the assigned area of specialization.
• •Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• •Valid Texas Driver License.
• •Licensing for specific disciplines may be required.
• •Appropriate certifications as specified for the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Experience leading or coordinating Occupational Health and Safety programs for a large construction project.
• •Experience assessing construction worksite hazards and developing mitigations to address those hazards.
• •Working knowledge of OSHA 1926.
• •Experience in conducting site inspections and audit on large scale construction projects with multiple high-risk activities being performed simultaneously.
• •Professional certification(s) related to Occupational Health and Safety (ASP, CSP, CSHO).
• •Experience working with an OCIP project.

Notes to Candidate:

This position will help implement and oversee Austin Aviation’s insurance and construction contractor safety programs, as well as help develop and implement minimum safety program standards for Austin Aviation construction contractors. Key duties will include conducting construction site safety audits for compliance with program requirements and providing consultation, training, and technical guidance to contractors and project teams to reduce risks and prevent losses. This position will help support Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s rolling owner-controlled insurance program for Austin Aviation (ROCIP AUS) which will include the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s Expansion and Redevelopment Program and large CIP construction projects. The position will be part of, and consult with, the ROCIP AUS Safety Team, as well as fellow Austin Aviation divisions, City departments, and construction contractors and project teams on various occupational health and safety (OH&S) efforts and ROCIP AUS program administration. This position will coordinate and help oversee onsite insurance carrier loss engineering visits and coordinate with Austin Aviation divisions to ensure timely response and corrective actions to ensure best practices and data-driven results. This role will also conduct and assist with accident and claims investigations, data gathering, consult with involved parties, and research occupational safety information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize hazards in the work place.

Work Hours:

Monday – Friday

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Hours may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.

Salary :

Based on experience and current City of Austin approved pay rates/ranges

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Go to the Driver Safety Program for more information at City of