NEOGOV · 4 weeks ago
Manager, Enterprise Safety
Tacoma, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $167K/yr
6+ years expThe City of Tacoma is seeking an experienced and strategic Enterprise Safety Manager to support both the City of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU). This key leadership position is responsible for overseeing the Compliance Division within the Enterprise Safety and acts as a City-wide consultant on safety policies, programs, and best practices.
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Responsibilities
Provides leadership and oversight to the department, division, and section leadership. Responsible for supervising staff, managing project assignments, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work, conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and overseeing hiring and disciplinary processes
Assists in the overall management and administration of the Safety Management System at the department, division, and section levels, which will contribute to strategic planning, operational decision-making, and performance monitoring
Develops, implements, and manages assigned programs, operational processes, and special initiatives to meet organizational goals
Leads and coordinates multiple complex and high-impact projects. Responsibilities include defining project goals and timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, establishing standards, tracking progress, and managing project budgets
Oversees the development and implementation of performance metrics. Evaluates current and proposed policies, procedures, and regulations for effectiveness and compliance
Supports City-wide strategic initiatives, including setting operational objectives and developing long-term strategies aligned with organizational priorities
Participates in financial planning activities such as budget development, procurement, and expenditure monitoring. Authorizes expenditures and ensures fiscal accountability
Leads or contributes to complex analytical projects involving financial, strategic, or operational priorities. Analyzes data to identify trends, develops actionable recommendations, presents findings to senior leadership, and supports implementation of process improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in safety or directly related field
6 years of experience administering health, safety, or loss prevention programs including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level
Washington State Driver's License
Preferred
Professional certifications such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Health & Safety Manager (CHSM), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or equivalent nationally recognized safety certifications
Experience with utility safety management systems
Master's degree in occupational health and safety or a related field
Strong critical thinking, planning, and problem-solving skills
Collaborative leadership style with a positive approach to team development
Comprehensive experience managing enterprise-level safety and loss control programs in large organizations
Benefits
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System.
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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