Risk Control Specialist
About The Position
If you are passionate about helping people prepare for the unpredictable, join Maricopa County’s Department of Risk Management. We seek an enthusiastic and analytical Risk Control Specialist to develop, coordinate, and conduct safety training, audit fieldwork procedures, conduct injury/vehicle collision investigations, and review field safety surveys to ensure compliance with policies and regulations. In this position, you will review and evaluate work activities and procedures County-wide to advise on safety and loss prevention trends and related safety issues. You will work with a team of risk management professionals, ensuring accurate assessments and administration of risk services to the County.
Requirements
- Two years of professional experience in safety, injury/vehicle collision prevention, or occupational health and safety training
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Risk Management, Public Administration, or a related field
- A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
- Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing, coordinating, and conducting Occupational Safety & Health Safety Training
- Experience conducting facility inspections and incident investigations
Responsibilities
- Develop and identify occupational safety and health programs based on current trends
- Conduct occupational safety and health audits and surveys of employee work practices and County operations
- Investigate on-the-job injuries and vehicle accidents to determine the root cause and make recommendations to prevent the recurrence of incidents
- Conduct assessments on county field, shop, warehouse, storage, and office facilities to ensure compliance with 29 CFR OSHA 1910 General Industry and 1926 Construction Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards, NFPA fire and life safety codes, and Maricopa County policies
- Educate employees through general safety courses, e.g., Fire Extinguisher, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Bloodborne Pathogen, Defensive Driving, etc.
- Conduct field safety surveys as required, such as hearing conservation, respiratory protection, and personal protective equipment, and complete all the necessary reports, documentation, and training records
- Act as a member of the assigned departments’ Safety Teams/Committees
- Coordinate with outside agencies and training contractors on fire safety and emergency issues
- Work after-hour callouts for incidents involving severe injuries to employees, damage to County property, or possible County liability
- Other job duties as assigned
Benefits
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
