Safety Administrator

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Training and Development Branch as a Safety Administrator in Franklin county, you will have the opportunity to promote the cabinet safety culture by administering the Energy & Environment Cabinet's Safety and Health Program.

Holders of the Safety Administrator position will complete tasks such as:

• Administers the development and implementation of effective safety programs in accordance with state and federal requirements for the Energy and Environment Cabinet.
• Performs job site and workplace inspections and prepare inspection report and reccoment corrective actions for findings. Conduct follow up site inspection.
• Reviews accident reports and conducts safety investigations for compliance with agency policies and procedures; recommends corrective actions.
• Instructs CPR and First Aid Training as well as other safety training in a classroom setting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Holders Of This Job Will Learn The Following Skills

• CPR and First Aid Certification
• CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification.
• OSHA 10 General industry outreach trainer certification.
  
  

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize job duties.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliable team player.
  
  

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Able to make oral presentations and conduct training sessions for small to large groups. Some in-state travel required. Upon employment, employees in this job classification may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and may be required to drive a licensed vehicle. Able to bend, stoop, crawl and/or climb. Able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of experience in area of safety operations or inspection, incident management, or emergency services.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, safety operations and/or inspection, incident management, or emergency services experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbent must be able to make oral presentations. Travel may be required.