Safety Officer

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the Safety, Security & Transportation Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position. Responsible for enforcing all laws, rules and policies authorized by the Safety and Security Department. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Demonstrates and abides by Odle Core Values and operating principles.
• Enforces all authorized laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and health and safety practices.
• Ensures compliance with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, Odle and Center policies and procedures.
• Ensures that personal protective equipment is worn in the vocation areas to comply with appropriate OSHA standards.
• Serves as a positive role model for students by reinforcing safety practices.
• Advises the Center Director of any safety and health concerns.
• Functions as the facilitator at required Safety Meetings.
• Conducts accident investigation.
• Processes student accident and injury reports in full compliance with required regulations.
• Promotes safety campaigns to reduce accidents and injuries.
• Provides Safety Awards and recognition.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.     
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Must complete all safety-related courses as outlined in PRH and Odle policies/procedures.   
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School Graduate or equivalent.  
• Prefer three to six months experience in a safety or work-related capacity.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of safety procedures. Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification. Ability to effectively relate to trainee population. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Position requires an ability to operate office equipment and drive an automobile. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Odle Management considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC.