Retro Occupational Safety and Health Manager

Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is recruiting a full-time Retro Occupational Safety and Health Manager to join our dynamic and customer orientated team.

The purpose of this position is to develop and execute loss prevention and risk management services for the Workers’ Compensation Retrospective Rating Program. The incumbent evaluates trends and assesses risks and hazards to develop a comprehensive loss prevention program. This requires collaborating with other members of the team and the Retro Program Director in providing excellent customer service, responding to inquiries, assessing risks and hazards of all members, and formulating loss prevention recommendations to reduce frequency and severity of claims. This may entail extensive travel throughout the state to perform inspections and consultations at member facilities.

AWC welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We value the unique views, backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and potential of all our employees. We are committed to following our core values of collaboration, equity, innovation, integrity, and respect.

What we offer:

• Exceptional benefits – AWC pays 100% of medical premium for employee and 90% of the medical premium for spouse/domestic partner and child(ren) up to age 26; and 100% of dental and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance and disability insurance
• Four hours of paid vacation leave in first year of employment for every semi-monthly pay period, with generous increase in vacation hours earned thereafter
• Four hours of paid sick leave for every semi-monthly pay period
• 11 paid holidays and two floating holidays each year
• 401k with employer matching up to 10% of employee salary or eligible student loan payments
• Opportunity for outstanding performance awards and tuition assistance
• Employer funded HRA ($770 to $1,980 depending on dependents)
• Sabbatical program
• Staff events
• Training and development opportunities
• A workplace where you know you are providing valuable services and making a difference

The salary range for this position is $84,026 - $126,038 annually. The top candidate’s placement within the range will reflect education, training, and experience consistent with AWC policies. This position may telework one to two days a week depending on the needs of the team and AWC.

Recruitment closes on March 10, at 5:00 pm.

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee implementation of Board adopted strategic plan as it relates to loss prevention and lead work in accordance with team workplan
• Conduct on-site loss prevention inspections of member’s facilities; evaluate risks for underwriting purposes, and make recommendations to members for reducing risks and improving safety outcomes
• Conduct presentations to staff at member employers, including executive management, and clearly communicate technical and financial information
• Meet with members’ safety committees as needed; review committee policies and make recommendations for improvement
• Manage and is responsible for the WorkSafe Employer award criteria, and assist members in achieving a workplace culture of safety and productivity
• Analyze data to evaluate program success and modify programs to meet member needs for maximum effectiveness; work with Program Director to identify data source and analysis needs
• Identify trends in workplace injuries within membership, design curriculum and manage training program through multiple modes of learning to reach the members effectively and reduce measurable risk
• Use independent judgment to identify program resource needs based on exposure and claim trends; lead creation and maintenance of OSH member resources.
• Provide policy review and recommendation for member organizations
• Develop and deploy customized trainings as needed at member locations and state conferences as requested by the Program Director for program representation, member relationship management, and professional development
• Identify issues to be presented to governing bodies and advisory groups for decisions of program offerings. Prepare the required materials for discussion, and present those items at the appropriate meetings
• Participate in development of the loss prevention budget, including processing invoices for payment and monitoring monthly financial reports
• Develop, review and/or revise safety manual templates and other resources for member use to eliminate or reduce exposures
• Coordinate loss prevention content for all program-related communications, including monitoring the content of marketing materials and the website
• Work closely with claims staff to identify risks of individual members and overall loss prevention trends and exposures of the program
• Communicate regularly with program staff on member issues and needs as identified through onsite visits and other member communications
• Provide technical assistance and training to members of the Drug and Alcohol Consortium, including responding to member questions, facilitating vendor resources, and delivering regional, on-site, and virtual education for supervisors and Designated Employer Representatives (DER)
• Develop a working knowledge of the Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington as they relate to public entity loss prevention standards and training requirements
• Staff various events of the organization as requested

Requirements

• Five years’ progressive responsibilities or experience in occupational safety & health, loss prevention or risk management including face-to-face contact and field inspections
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred; experience may be substituted year-for-year for academic achievement
• Associate in Risk Management ARM or similar designation preferred
• Certified Loss Control Specialist (CLCS), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation preferred
• Must maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license in good standing

What you bring to the team

• In-depth knowledge of loss control standards and industry best practices
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding workplace safety, DOSH & OSHA standards, and Accident Prevention Programs
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding drug and alcohol testing for employees subject to U.S. DOT and Drug-Free Workplace Act.
• Skilled in designing and delivering presentations to a variety of groups, including executive management
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, members, and other groups and individuals
• Ability to make effective decisions and to act independently in developing workplans, managing and coordinating assigned duties
• Ability to juggle competing demands between long-term projects and emergent needs
• Skilled at leading and managing projects
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to model the organization’s high standards of quality customer service to all internal and external customers
• Knowledge of basic math, accounting, and finance practices
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Office products and ability to learn and use a wide variety of proprietary software
• Ability to model the organization’s high standards of quality customer service to all internal and external customers; represent AWC in a positive professional manner, while using tact, discretion, and courtesy
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactive management of personal bias
• Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data, assets, and services through understanding of and adherence to all security and data privacy policies and practices
• Demonstrate punctual and reliable attendance
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct for office and online settings

Working conditions

• Hours worked may be irregular and may begin and end beyond the normal workday when necessary to perform duties
• Work performed primarily in an office setting and at assigned locations across Washington state
• Sedentary in nature, prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Work may involve standing for long periods, walking on uneven or slippery terrain, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions with hand, wrist, and fingers
• Incumbent may experience exposure to hazardous materials, unusual loud sounds, and various climates; AWC employees shall not enter environments or spaces with identified hazardous exposures without appropriate PPE or other controls sufficient to make the exposures non-hazardous
• Driving an automobile is necessary, incumbent may spend prolonged periods in a vehicle
• Incumbent may travel to trainings and events most weeks; overnight stays generally will not exceed 40 nights per a year

To request reasonable accommodations in the application process, please email recruiting@awcnet.org.

AWC is looking for people who can help us achieve our mission and vision, not just check the boxes. If you’re excited about this role and interested in supporting local government, we encourage you to apply. You might just be the right candidate for this role or other roles at AWC!

All offers of employment are contingent to authorization for employment in the United States, criminal background check, reference checks, and required degree/credential verification. Information obtained from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but may be considered.

All AWC employees must work in Washington state, unless explicitly preapproved by the CEO to work in Oregon or Idaho.

AWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity on our team. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, as required by federal, state, and local laws.