Safety & Risk Coordinator I at Chicanos Por La Causa – Phoenix, Arizona

Applicants in New Mexico or Colorado will also be considered for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary function of the Safety and Risk Coordinator position is to carry out risk and safety functions for assigned programs and business units throughout Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc., its affiliates and/or subsidiaries (CPLC) to aid in the minimization of loss.

SPECIALIZATIONS

A wide degree of creativity, latitude and knowledge is required to meet the challenges faced by this position. Experience with risk avoidance, risk control, risk transfer, and risk retention is preferred. Sound judgment, a commitment to compliance and confidentiality, superior written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills, and attention to detail are essential functions of this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists The Safety & Risk Manager with the risk and safety management for CPLC.
• Assists with conducting and reporting safety and risk assessments for CPLC.
• Coordinates safety activities, disaster response or crisis management activities or changes including fire and evacuation drills that could affect the likelihood of an emergency including attending and coordinating safety committees meetings.
• Assists with the development of safety and emergency management plans and continuity of critical departmental processes. Assists with the communication of these plans and processes throughout CPLC.
• Works with third party service providers to proactively identify potential risk exposures, recommend and implement solutions, promotes loss prevention and compliance strategies.
• Assists with the identification of safety and compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation. Analyzes information gathered by the investigation and prepares report findings and recommendations.
• Prepares and facilitates safety and risk training opportunities.
• Assists with reviewing safety manuals evacuation plans that protect assets, employees, and company property.
• Assists the Safety & Risk Manager with the operation, policies, purchases, replacements, and maintenance of the organization’s motor vehicles.
• Provides monthly activity reports to supervisor. Maintains record-keeping systems relating to assigned duties.
• Provides excellent customer service and direction to CPLC staff.
• Reviews financial documents and budgets. Tracks expenditures to ensure they remain within established guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• The ideal candidate will minimally have two (2) years of experience in either a safety or risk position, or three (3) years’ experience in a position which performed safety or risk functions as part of their position, within a corporate environment having multiple locations.
• Preference will be given for the following: individuals with safety or risk certifications and/or whose work experience includes safety or risk with an insurance agency or brokerage.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a related area is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may meet the qualifications of this position.
• Must pass all applicable background checks to work with children’s programs, maintain and complete a TB test and receive a TDAP vaccination.
• The candidate will acquire and maintain working knowledge of both policy and operational practices of assigned programs and business units throughout CPLC and utilize appropriate techniques and reporting methods to monitor and track current or developing risk and safety issues.
• Must be able to apply deductive and inductive reasoning to capture appropriate reporting data specifically related to each program. In addition, proficiency of computer fundamentals and business software is required, Office 365 preferred.
• Must be self-directed and work independently, however must communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to provide support to programs and business units.

This position will require in/out of state travel so schedule may fluctuate depending on travel.