Safety Officer

Compensation Range

$58,242.08 - $79,048.32

Please note: This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Who We Are:

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. 
  
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! 

Our Core Values:

• Integrity: Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.

• Responsibility: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.

• Partnership: Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

What We Offer:
The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 401K and 457B Retirement Plans

• PTO earned within first year

• 12 Paid Holidays per year

• Tuition Reimbursement Plan

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one

What You'll Do:

Please note: The salary range provided is a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications & experience.

The City of High Point is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Risk Manager, this role plays a key part in advancing the City’s enterprise risk management initiatives and strengthening a culture of safety and compliance across all departments.

The Safety Officer is instrumental in protecting our workforce, promoting workplace wellness, and proactively identifying and mitigating risk. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive safety programs that align with OSHA standards and City policies, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment for all employees.

Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Design, schedule, and facilitate engaging safety training sessions and workshops on OSHA regulations and other safety-related topics for employees at all levels.
• Develop and deliver customized safety presentations tailored to the needs of diverse departments and job functions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and regulations by maintaining current knowledge of applicable requirements and best practices.
• Conduct regular site safety audits and inspections to identify hazards, assess risks, document compliance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee the annual facility inspection process, ensuring all identified abatements are completed and properly documented.
• Prepare and submit required OSHA documentation, reports, and incident logs in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and procedures aligned with legal and organizational standards.
• Investigate and refer general liability, property, and workers’ compensation claims to the City’s Third-Party Administrator or insurer.
• Coordinate and lead scheduled fire drills to ensure preparedness and compliance.
• Maintain a comprehensive and organized safety recordkeeping system.
• Review and assist in updating safety education and training curriculum.
• Lead initiatives that promote a proactive safety culture, ensuring employees are informed, engaged, and accountable.
• Investigate reports of unsafe working conditions and potential OSHA violations; communicate findings and recommendations to appropriate stakeholders.
• Investigate and review employee injuries/incidents and vehicle or equipment-related incidents to determine root cause and implement preventive measures.
• Support the motor vehicle accid