SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Safety Lead provides knowledge and technical assistance to NEMS for the implementation of all safety programs that meets or exceeds all current standards. They will represent the company in certain safety matters pertaining to internal and external activities. The Safety Lead will review, interpret and provide assistance on safety regulations and standards. This person will assist in conducting project audits and safety inspections.In addition, this role will supervise the Security team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Manages day-to-day Security team scheduling and supervision.
- Administers and oversees the vaccine monitoring program.
- Maintains current knowledge of local, state, federal, OSHA, NIMS, and other emergency related regulations; understand best practices and make recommendations to Safety Supervisor about safety and emergency mitigation, preparedness/training, response, and recovery activities.
- Assist in conducting table top exercises, small group trainings, and large group trainings on emergency protocols, Incident Command System and safety measures.
- Attends community meetings and participates in other external emergency planning groups, task forces, and committees as needed.
- Partners with clinical department on hazardous material training, performs quarterly inspections and communicate on recommended repairs
- Meets with government related auditors and inspectors for clinic hazards and Safety such as DPH and SF Environment related officials
- Administrators Stericycle website and quarterly OSHA Mock Audits at sites
- Stays up to date on safety protocols for all departments across NEMS
- Coordinates and carry out ergonomic assessments.
- Within one year, must be able to: (1) obtain on-line certification in ergonomic assessments; (2) complete OSHA-related compliance training; and (3) obtain Incident Command System (ICS) certification.
- Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of a Bachelors degree in Health Science, Environmental Science or related field preferred
- 1+ year supervisory experience preferred
- Knowledge of and experience with emergency/safety programs (management concepts, terminology, and basic procedures)
- Certification in ergonomic assessment preferred
- Knowledge of HAM radio and emergency communication systems preferred
- Must have strong public speaking and training development skills
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be proficient in computer usage
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Possession of a current and valid drivers license
LANGUAGE:
- Must be able to fluently read, write and speak English
- The ability to speak a second language is an asset
- The ability to speak Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) highly preferred
STATUS:
- This is an FLSA non-exempt position.
- This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
- This is a Full Time position.
NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).