Environmental Health & Safety Administrator – Front Porch Communities and Services, a senior living non-profit organization. https://frontporch.net/

Walnut Creek Office (Northern California / Bay Area Territory)

• Salary $83,000 – $105,000 Annually
• Job Type Full-time (40 hours week)
• Division: Human Resources
• Location: Walnut Creek, CA (hybrid)
• Job #4066

Front Porch is a dynamic not-for-profit organization, dedicated to empowering individuals to live connected and fulfilled lives through community and innovation. In support of this vision, Front Porch provides quality, accessible, and affordable human services to approximately 7,500 residents in 19 senior living and 32 affordable housing communities. Other programs and services connect more than 10,000 participants throughout the country.

Summary:

Under the direction of the Environmental Health & Safety Manager, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies and programs to enable compliance with applicable federal, state, and local Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulatory requirements, and with Front Porch Workplace Safety (WPS) policies and standards. A considerable amount of day travel throughout the Greater Bay Area is required and a company car will be provided for this position. 

Essential Functions:

• Resolves standard Front Porch EH&S issues and is the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on WPS matters.
• Recognizes and assesses hazards and risks by developing and implementing best practices for identifying, analyzing, documenting, and communicating standard and nonstandard workplace trends.
• Prepares analysis and reports regarding the state of environmental health and safety. 
• Controls workplace risk by preparing and training employees on general guidelines to promote workplace safety and compliance; evaluates the effectiveness of these measures to improve workplace safety outcomes. 
• Collaborates cross-functionally to solve business EH&S and workplace problems; escalates issues or risks as appropriate; communicates progress and information. 
• Performs safety inspections, prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventative measures, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented. 
• Conducts post-accident investigations or near misses and prepares reports identifying possible causes and hazards and ensures proper corrective and preventative measures have been implemented. 
• Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of Front Porch hazard management systems, policies, and procedures with recommended changes that reflect opportunities to eliminate workplace injuries. 
• Study ergonomic issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions. 
• Perform all other related duties as assigned. 

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* OSHA 30 Hour course or 10 Hour course

Nonessential:

* OSHA 511

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* 3 Years Occupational Safety and Health or 3 Years Environmental Health

Interested applicants should visit our website at https://frontporch.net/about-us/careers/  to complete the full application. Job #4066

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

• Salary $128,606.40 – $172,348.80 Annually
• Job Type Full-time (40 hrs)
• Division: Human Resources
• Department: RISK
• Location : Oakland, CA
• Job Number: 25-AA-01
• Closing Date 2/26/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position

ABOUT US:

The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) is a full-service governmental agency stewarding a metropolitan system of public open space parklands and trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of the San Francisco Bay. EBRPD spans across 125,000 acres in 73 regional parks, including over 1,250 miles of trails that are enjoyed by over 25 million visitors and the community per year. The Park District acquires, manages, and preserves natural and cultural resources for everyone to enjoy now and forever to experience nature nearby.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

The Park District is currently recruiting for an experienced Health and Safety Officer. This position is located at the Park District’s Administrative Office, 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland. The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 

Reporting to the Risk Manager, the Health and Safety Officer is a single incumbent position responsible for providing expert advice, consultation and recommendations related to the occupational health and safety programs on behalf of management. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level classification of Risk Manager in that the latter has responsibility for the general oversight, operation and administration of the various programs and staff within the Risk Management Department. This classification is distinguished from the Health and Safety Coordinator in that it performs the most difficult and complex professional duties of the occupational health and safety programs. This classification provides lead direction and may supervise assigned staff.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Develops and manages the Park District’s safety program ensuring compliance with safety standards, laws and ordinances, as well as safe work techniques; manage and provide direction on the Park District’s comprehensive occupational health and safety program; oversees the Park District’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program; leads inspections of Park District facilities for compliance with occupational health and general safety standards and oversees hazard abatement; oversees the development and maintenance of necessary detailed records of inspections in accordance with Cal/OSHA standards and Park District policies; responds to emergency situations involving Park District property, vehicles and employees on behalf of management; leads the review, investigation, and response to incident reports and safety audits; performs analysis of the Park District’s loss exposure for liability claims and implements loss control strategies; represents the Park District in small court claims proceedings; acts as the Cal/OSHA liaison on behalf of the Park District; administers the Drug and Alcohol Policy for Non-Safety Sensitive Employees; acts as the Park District’s Infectious Disease Officer for non-Public Safety departments and coordinates with other Infectious Disease Officers to make recommendations on Park District response or action; manages the Department of Transportation program and requirements for commercial drivers; provides oversight and direction on all Cal/OSHA and other safety programs and trainings for employees including the process for periodic review; manages Cal/OSHA records maintenance and reporting requirements; makes presentations to the Park District Board and to Board Committees as necessary; may act as the Risk Manager when designated; and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in risk management, public administration, occupational safety or related field;

AND

Experience: Four (4) years of experience in industrial hygiene or safety, occupational health and safety, loss prevention, risk management, or a related field including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification. 

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of: applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, procedures, and industry best practices relevant to safety and risk management programs, projects, and operations, including OSHA and Cal/OSHA requirements regarding workplace safety and reporting; safety and accident reduction methods; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures; recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to 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; principles of supervision, and performance appraisal; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to: analyze and evaluate extensive data effectively and objectively; prepare oral and written reports and recommendations clearly, logically and concisely; exercise significant maturity, confidentiality and judgment; present persuasive arguments/recommendations; work independently; interact effectively under pressure; develop comprehensive plans from general instructions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan, lead and coordinate the work of others; interpret and apply various policies, procedures, rules and regulations, MOUs, and State and Federal laws; complete multi-faceted projects, activities and/or functions with good attention to detail; establish and maintain positive and 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 staff 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 to attend public hearings and other meetings which may be scheduled outside of normal work hours.

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. 

Application materials for these positions consist of two (2) required parts:

1. A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online, and

2. Completed supplemental questions

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) 524-5627. 

Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within two to three weeks after the closing date. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment. 

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 544-2154 at least five business days before the test.

Tentative Date of Onsite Examination: 

Week of March 3, 2025

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

• Employer: East Bay Regional Park District.
• Address: 2950 Peralta Oaks Court

• Oakland, California, 94605Phone(510) 544-2154
• Website http://www.ebparks.org

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