Minimum Qualifications Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in risk management, business or public administration, occupational safety or a related field; AND Experience: Five years (5) of full-time experience in the administration of a comprehensive risk management, loss control, industrial hygiene, or occupational health and safety program, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and demonstrate the ability to travel to various Park District locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties is a condition of initial and continued employment. Additional Information The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or to be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. Knowledge of: Principles, practices, theories, and methods of safety and risk management programs, including property and liability, loss control, workers’ compensation, infectious disease, workplace accommodations under federal and state law, and safety compliance programs Principles of effective supervision The Park District’s Equal Employment Opportunity Policy objectives Principles and practices of program development and administration Legal and administrative requirements for implementation and administration of fully-insured and self-insured programs Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to safety and risk management programs, projects, and operations, including OSHA and CAL/OSHA requirements regarding workplace safety and reporting Contract law as it applies to general liability, bodily injury and claims adjustment Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations Information technology and its uses to enhance business performance and efficiency Fiscal and budgetary practices and policies; principles and practices of leadership Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly Techniques for effectively representing the Park District in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures; recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to risk management and occupational health and safety programs; principles and procedures of record keeping, technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations Park District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols; and customer service techniques by to effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Park District staff Principles of effective supervision The Park District's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy objectives A supervisor's role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy objectives and the processes available to meet objectives; information technology and its uses to enhance business performance and efficiency Labor relations principals Fiscal and budgetary practices and policies Principles and practices of program planning, administration and evaluation Related laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to: Plan, direct, organize, and coordinate the operational activities of the risk management and occupational health and safety programs Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and risk management and occupational health and safety programs Evaluate program activities and staff Plan, organize, assign, and review the work of subordinates Train, guide and evaluate the development of subordinates Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations Effectively contribute to the Park District's equal opportunity employment policy objectives Analyze, classify, and rate risks, exposure and loss expectancies Evaluate alternatives and make recommendations on courses of action to mitigate risk and loss; identify and respond to issues, concerns, and requests from employees, labor groups, executive team members, Board members, and the community Effectively represent the Park District and assigned programs in meetings with various educational, business, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing Prepare detailed reports and correspondence Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity Exercise sound judgment, initiative, and tact Analyze and problem solve Manage multiple competing priorities Ensure the confidentiality of sensitive employee information for past, current, and future employees Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks Analyze complex technical and administrative risk management problems, evaluate alternative solutions and recommend or adopt effective courses of action; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal and external customers. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must be able to pass a Level 1 background check. In addition to the regular work schedule, this position may be required availability to work evenings and/or weekends to attend meetings and trainings as needed. MANAGEMENT DESIGNATION: This position is not affiliated with a union and is considered part of the Management group and is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (i.e. is not eligible for overtime); in addition to the regular work schedule, this position may require availability to work evenings and/or weekends. The probationary period for this position is one year. This position is designated as “at-will” and serves at the pleasure of the General Manager.