Safety Coordinator

Safety Coordinator

Position Primary Purpose:

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting and implementing workplace health and safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role promotes a safe work environment by conducting inspections, training employees, investigating incidents, and maintaining safety documentation.This role assists with safety initiatives, supports OSHA compliance, and promotes a trauma-informed, community-centeredapproach to safety.

The Safety Coordinator also provides administrative and operational support to the Safety Committee, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, tracking action items, and helping maintain safety documentation.

EssentialFunctions:

• Assists in implementing and maintaining safety policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with OSHA standards and nonprofit best practices. 

• Conducts routine facility walkthroughs, hazard observations, and basic risk assessments; reports findings and supports corrective actions. 

• Conducts routine drills at all agency buildings (fire, earthquake,etc.).

• Ensures all buildings are routinely inspected by the Fire Marshall's Office.

• Helps maintainthe agency's Safety Manual, emergency response plans, and safetyrelated documentation.

• Supports OSHA compliance activities, including recordkeeping, training coordination, and documentation. 

• Coordinates Safety Committee meetings with Safety Chairperson, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute taking. 

• Tracks committee action items and follow up with responsible parties. 

• Assists in identifying safety trends and supporting committee driven initiatives. 

• Assists in coordinating and delivering safety trainings, including emergency procedures, deescalation, and OSHA required topics. 

• Provides basic guidance to staff regarding safety concerns and incident responses. 

• Supports a trauma informed, inclusive, and respectful approach to safety interactions. 

• Supports the incident reporting process, ensuring timely documentation and communication. 

• Maintains incident logs and assists with trend tracking and analysis. 

• Helps ensure that OSHA logs and reporting requirements are completed accurately.  

• Provides support during emergency situations by coordinating communication and assisting leadership as needed. 

• Works closely with program leadership, facilities, HR, and administrative teams to support safety needs and ensure consistent application of policies. 

• Maintains and administers the company's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system and all SDS compliance.

• Conducts new hire safety orientation and ongoing safety training programs.

• Safely collects, transports, and disposes of hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and company protocols.

• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned to support the agency's mission and safety goals. 

• All other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.

• Skilled in deescalation and conflict resolution.

• Observant, detail oriented, and able to identify potential safety concerns.

• Demonstrates integrity, dependability, and sound judgment.

• Ability to work compassionately with diverse populations, using trauma-informedinformed practices.

• Collaborative, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Minimum Requirements: 

• 1-3 years of experience in safety, security, social services, facilities, or related fields; nonprofit experience preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.

• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations or willingness to learn.

• Experience with incident reporting systems, communication devices, and basic computer applications.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to remain calm, clear, and professional in high stress or emotionally charged situations.

• High attention to detail, strong observational skills, and sound judgment.

• Ability to lead collaboratively, build trust, and promote accountability.
• Commitment to trauma informed, culturally responsive, and community centered practices. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in occupational safety and health, public safety, emergency management, or related field.

• Certifications such as OSHA 10/30, conflict resolution, or safetyrelated training.

• Experience with trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, or behavioral health environments.

• Experience supporting committees or cross departmentalinitiatives.

• Advanced deescalation and conflictresolution abilities.

• A thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards.

This position requires successful passage of a State mandated background check.