Director of Risk Management & Employee Wellbeing

Director of Employee Safety

About the Organization - Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

Since 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy (Parks Conservancy) has served as the nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, collaborating with the Presidio Trust, partners, donors, and the community to support the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The GGNRA stretches across three Bay Area counties north and south of the Golden Gate Bridge and includes iconic places such as Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, Alcatraz Island, Crissy Field, Mori Point, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco.

The Parks Conservancy engages at the intersection of national park sites, local communities, social justice, and climate resilience. Collaborating with partners, our staff are dedicated to enhancing public awareness and providing volunteer and educational opportunities in the parks. We are park builders, caretakers, ambassadors and educators, all working to connect people to parks in support of our vision Parks for All Forever. Join us.

About the role - Director of Employee Safety

As a key member of the Operations Branch, the Director of Employee Safety serves as a thought partner in the Operations Branch’s overall risk management responsibilities. While focusing on responsibility for employee safety and managing risk for all programs and sites, the Director will work across disciplines, supporting all Branches of the Parks Conservancy as assigned by the Chief Operations Officer. The Director of Employee Safety is responsible for fostering a safety-first culture organization-wide. Together with the National Park Service at the GGNRA and the Presidio Trust, many activities are multi-agency, and close coordination is needed for managing risk and employee safety.

The Director of Employee Safety will develop and manage internal safety and risk management systems and protocols, prioritizing staff well-being. Collaborating with the organization’s branches, they will lead efforts to align operations with strategic goals, standardize safety and security programs, work with department leads and employees to implement programs, lead incident response activities, and reduce overall operational risk. Adaptability, attentive listening, and empathetic communication are crucial for engaging a diverse workforce with wide-ranging responsibilities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong passion for safety, health, and wellness, championing belonging, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion values throughout program development and leadership.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Assess, lead, and advise on the organization's employee safety and risk management systems and processes, programs, and data and reporting, providing guidance across all branches.
• Collaborate with branches, departments, and external partners to establish and enhance comprehensive employee safety, health, and security programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Drive the identification, development, and implementation of employee safety initiatives, policies, and procedures, including areas such as situational awareness and risk assessment, personal protective equipment (PPE), employee training, incident management, disease outbreak, remote worker communication, and emergency response.
• Lead the development, oversight and organizational coordination of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and Incident Response Plans (IRPs), serving as an all-hazard advisor in the organization's preparedness and response efforts.
• Act as a resource for budgeting, procurement of materials (e.g., PPE), training, performance measures, recognition programs, and job descriptions related to safety, health, and security initiatives.
• Evaluate, improve, and implement required employee safety programs and plans, ensuring compliance with Federal and Cal OSHA regulations, including the Incident and Injury Prevention Program (IIPP), Workplace Violence Protection Program (WVPP), and Emergency Response protocols.
• Develop employee safety and security protocols to support staff safety at their workplaces, including those that include interactions with park visitors.
• Serve as the organizational lead and point of contact for all employee safety incidents; receiving notification from Branch leads for all incidents involving staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate and implement a proactive and cost-effective organization-wide risk management program, aimed at safeguarding organizational assets and minimizing losses from employee injuries, accidents, or liability exposures.
• Manage and supervise employee safety training activities, including prioritizing training requirements based on risk exposure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Compensation and Location

The Parks Conservancy provides its employees with a competitive salary that is benchmarked with other non-profit organizations in the Bay Area. Benefits include a competitive suite of medical, dental, and vision plans, up to 3 weeks’ paid vacation plus one week of personal days, plus holiday (11) and sick days (12).

This position is full-time, and you must already be based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area. This position requires at least 3 days per week onsite, either in office (Fort Mason) or visiting our employees on location at our incredible park sites.

The hiring range for this position is an annual salary of $115,000-$125,000 (Grade 21). The final salary within this range will be determined based on relevant experience.

The Application Process

The Parks Conservancy has engaged Equitable Hiring Group to support this hiring process. To apply, please complete the short form to the right.

Individuals who apply by Wednesday, January 15th , will be given priority; therefore, we encourage you to submit yours soon!

If you have any questions about the opportunity, please email abe@equitablehiringgroup.com.

The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment, placement, and promotions are conducted without regard to an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical handicap, veteran status or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by Federal, State, and local laws & ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000