What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager, Occupational Health & Safety position at Central Ohio Transit Authority?
SALARY: $74,027.20 - $87,089.60
LOCATION: 1600 McKinley Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43222
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Discounts
- COTA Bus Pass
- Wellness Initiatives
- On-Site Chair Massage
- On-Site Health Coach
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Public Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred Compensation
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for developing, managing, implementing, administering and evaluating occupational health and safety programs, policies procedures and initiatives related to Workers Compensation Program, COTA's federally mandated Drug and Alcohol program and applicable Federal and State health and safety standards and regulations.
Performs other duties in alignment with the COTA Strategic Plan and in support of the organization's vision to Move Every Life Forward.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop & manage COTA's Self-Insured Workers' Compensation Program in conjunction with COTA's vision and strategic plan, including federal and state regulations
- Manage Third Party Administrators (TPA's) responsible for program administration
- Ensure timely processing of claims and coordinate record keeping requirements with TPA's
- Coordinate & attend formal WC hearings; brief COTA's hearing representatives & attorneys on relevant issues pertaining to case & maintain ongoing communication with employees; notify human resources & management when employees begin WC leave & when they return to work
- Investigate & document accidents/injuries, conducting appropriate analysis to determine root cause & applicable corrective action
- Develop and maintain Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) functional job analysis to assess injured workers' ability to return to work, considering physical restrictions and/or limitations based on job demands
- Manage COTA's Drug & Alcohol testing program, acting as designated employer representative to coordinate testing & communicate results with specimen collectors & medical review officers
- Develop, facilitate and manage drug and alcohol training, COTA's Second Chance Program, return to duty testing and follow up testing
- Develop, implement, manage and evaluate applicable safety & health programs, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Associate's degree in safety, human resources, business or related field
- Five (5) years of progressive experience in health and safety, compensation and benefits
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered
- Drug & Alcohol Administration certification from FTA and WC Claims Administration training
program certification from BWC preferred
COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are of core importance and essential to the success of the organization. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. COTA believes that diverse and inclusive organizations gain the benefits in creating a stronger and more effective workforce resulting in services that better meet the needs of consumers and in result Move Every Life Forward.
Salary : $74,027 - $87,090
