Safety & Risk Coordinator

The City of Westminster is seeking a Safety and Risk Coordinator who will be responsible for loss prevention, risk control, safety training, oversight of workers’ compensation and all multi-peril insurance policies, the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program, and OSHA mandated programs.

An employee in this position will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of all City properties, vehicles, and equipment for insurance coverage purposes, investigate accidents resulting in injury to an employee and/or damage to property, conduct routine worksite occupational safety and health inspections to identify hazards, coordinate safety programs and recommend loss prevention measures, and maintain the City’s Risk Management manual. 

The coordinator will also be responsible for coordinating the random drug and alcohol program and will serve as chair of the Safety Committee. 

Required Knowledge of:

• Maryland OSHA standards and best safety practices, 
• Principals of risk management, and 
• Insurance coverages including workers compensation, property, and liability insurance.

Required Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Risk Management, or a related field; 
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in occupational safety or risk management administration; or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience. Preferred Safety and/or Risk Management Certification and Insurance Producer’s Property and Casualty License.   

Compensation and Benefits:

The hourly range for this full-time (Non-Exempt) position is $23.00 – $30.00, based on qualifications. 

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Long and Short-Term Disability and Life)
• Paid Leave including Vacation, Sick, Family Sick, Personal, Personal Birthday, Bereavement and 12 Holidays
• Maryland State Pension System, 401(a) Matching Plan and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Carroll Community College CDL A Classes
• Free Westminster Family Fitness Center and Pool Membership

The City of Westminster commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law. False or misleading statements on this form are grounds for termination of the application process or, if discovered after employment, termination of employment.