Position Summary

Under limited supervision, serves as a senior safety professional responsible for leading the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of occupational safety and health programs across the District. Provides advanced safety expertise to leaders and employees, leads complex incident investigations and regulatory compliance initiatives, develops and delivers specialized training, and serves as a trusted advisor on safety risk management. Partners with operational leadership to proactively identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and strengthen a culture where safety is integrated into all aspects of District operations.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead the development, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of assigned occupational safety and health programs, policies, procedures, and standards to ensure regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Serve as the District's subject matter expert for assigned safety disciplines, providing technical guidance and consultation to managers, supervisors, employees, contractors, and project teams.
• Lead comprehensive hazard assessments, field observations, job hazard analyses, and safety audits; identify trends, evaluate operational risks, and develop practical solutions to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Lead complex incident, injury, and near-miss investigations utilizing root cause analysis methodologies; develop corrective actions, monitor implementation, and evaluate effectiveness.
• Interpret and apply OSHA, WISHA, NFPA, NESC, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements; recommend program improvements and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Design, develop, coordinate, and deliver technical safety training programs, competency assessments, and educational materials; evaluate training effectiveness and modify programs based on organizational needs.
• Analyze safety performance metrics, leading indicators, audit findings, and incident trends to recommend improvements that enhance organizational safety performance.
• Partner with managers, supervisors, project teams, and employees to integrate safety into planning, work execution, capital projects, contractor oversight, and operational decision making.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Safety Coordinators and other staff; assist with onboarding, coaching, and sharing best practices to strengthen departmental capabilities.
• Conduct work in a manner consistent with Grant PUD's mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and the Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence, demonstrate behaviors that support these organizational priorities.
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to applicable laws, regulations, security requirements, and Grant PUD policies and procedures required for the position.
• Lead cross-functional safety initiatives, committees, and continuous improvement projects that support organizational safety objectives.
• Lead or support contractor safety management activities by reviewing contractor safety documentation, participating in pre-job planning, conducting field observations, and monitoring compliance with District safety requirements.
• Provide safety support during emergency response activities, significant incidents, and regulatory inspections or investigations.
• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & Procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
• Following all safety policies and procedures.
• Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
• Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Required Qualifications (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, engineering, chemistry, physics, or in a closely related field OR 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• A valid State driver’s license is required with no restrictions.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible occupational safety experience in industrial, utility, construction, manufacturing, or related environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading safety programs, investigations, audits, and training.

Preferred Qualifications (Education and Experience, License, and/or Certification)

• Experience in supporting safety in either Power Production or Power Delivery in the utility industry.
• Professional safety related certifications are desirable i.e. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge OSHA/WISHA, NFPA, NESC, DOT, EPA, and utility safety regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of safety management systems and risk assessment methodologies.
• Expertise in conducting complex investigations utilizing root cause analysis.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Ability to interpret regulations and translate requirements into operational practices.
• Skill in developing technical training programs and facilitating adult learning.
• Strong analytical, project management, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees, supervisors, executives, regulators, and contractors.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating complex safety issues and recommending appropriate corrective actions with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☐Yes ☒No
• Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.
• Will perform work onsite at the locations of the assigned Business Units.
• Typical shift of employees in this position: ☐8 hours ☐9 hours ☒10 hours ☐12 hours

*For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE). The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.