State of Ohio · 1 week ago
Director of Safety Strategy & Standards (Administrative Staff) PN 20076186
United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Springdale, United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-North Canton, United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge, United States of America-OHIO-Mahoning County-Youngstown, United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Cleveland, United States of America-OHIO-Lucas County-Toledo
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expThe State of Ohio is a dynamic organization that promotes a culture of safety at work and at home. They are seeking a Director of Safety Strategy & Standards to lead statewide safety strategies and ensure effective service delivery across safety programs.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesGovernment
Responsibilities
Lead statewide safety strategy and set standards for occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and safety analytics
Oversee development and alignment of safety consultation standards, technical directives, procedures, and Ohio Administrative Code safety rules
Direct quality assurance and evaluation processes to ensure consistent safety service delivery and continuous improvement
Provide expert technical consultation to agency leadership and stakeholders on complex safety and industrial hygiene issues
Manage research, data analytics, dashboards, and performance metrics to guide strategic initiatives and operational decisions
Represent the agency in cross-functional teams, external partnerships, and national forums, presenting findings and recommendations
Supervise staff, budgets, and resources to ensure compliance, effective service delivery, and alignment with statewide objectives
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, Public Health, Engineering, or a related field
7+ years of progressively responsible experience in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, or related technical fields
Experience leading statewide or multi-regional safety programs, standards development, or technical operations
Experience supervising technical staff and managing programs, projects, or cross-functional initiatives
Experience applying federal and state occupational safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ANSI, OAC safety rules) in complex environments
Experience using safety analytics, dashboards, or performance metrics to inform decision-making
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to leadership, external partners, and diverse audiences
Strong leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships and align technical work across multiple stakeholders
Professional certifications such as CIH, CSP, CPE, CHMM, or PE
Training or certification in data analytics, safety program evaluation, quality assurance, or continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge of budgeting, management, labor relations, work force planning, employee training & development, supervision, public relations, human relations, BWC policies & procedures, Safety Services policy & procedures, federal, state & local safety, health & fire prevention laws, rules, regulations & national voluntary standards, including OSHA requirements & procedures, Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) requirements & procedures, Industrial Commission Codes, Ohio Administrative Code Specific Safety Rules, BWC rules & regulations regarding risk administration, principles of safety management, safety training techniques & program development, industrial & construction safety practices, physical sciences, accounting, management, employee training, worker's compensation, interviewing, counseling, principles of BWC claims operations, BWC rehabilitation services, supervisory principles & techniques, human relations, public relations, sales & marketing principles & techniques
Skill in PC operation & proficient in use of Microsoft Office 365 suite, Power BI, Oracle, Coresuite, Risk Control Technology (RCT), Tableau, safety testing equipment
Ability to comprehensively analyze & evaluate solutions for problems & make appropriate decisions
Ability to identify problems in a complex set of variables
Ability to establish professional rapport & effective working relationship with employers, special interest groups, other BWC departments, & the public
Ability to investigate & resolve complaint/problems
Ability to handle sensitive face-to-face & telephone inquiries from employers, special interest groups, other BWC departments, & the public
Ability to effectively manage remote/teleworking employees
Ability to build & maintain a positive working atmosphere of growth & participation
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, & draw valid conclusions
Ability to read & record figures accurately
Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to understand manuals & verbal instructions
Ability to write meaningful, accurate & concise reports
Ability to read & understand technical documents
Ability to prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public
Ability to work alone on most tasks
Ability to handle sensitive inquiries from contacts with officials & general public
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beverlyn Johns, MS
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Holly Drake
State Chief Information Security Officer
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