Safety Supervisor, HOP & Continuous Improvement

Job Description

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle’s electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset at City Light. We are looking for a seasoned safety professional to develop and lead our Human and Organizational Performance and Continuous Improvement Programs. This role provides leadership, support, and vision to City Light’s Safety, Health and Wellness programs and is a part of the leadership team for the Safety, Health and Wellness (SHaW) Division. This position will report to the Safety, Health and Wellness Director.

As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills, and experience in policy and process development and implementation. You will demonstrate critical thinking skills and work independently and use discretionary judgment. You will welcome the opportunity to work both in office environments and harsh physical environments. You naturally strive for the best performance, have the willingness to learn, and the ability to resolve complex issues that involve diverse staff units and functions.

Job Responsibilities

Here is more about what you’ll be doing:

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  As a working supervisor, plan, develop, and implement initiatives and programs to drive and support a mature safety culture that encompasses safe behaviors, learning and continuous improvement.
• Introduce Human and Operational Performance (HOP) concepts to work units as applicable, including (but not limited to) Operations, Generation, Facilities and other operational, environmental, and engineering functions.
• Design, develop and facilitate and/or coordinate HOP and related training to support and encourage the well-being of employees, limiting the impact of incidents and accidents.
• Work closely with Workforce Development (WFD) to plan and schedule HOP/culture related training.
• May be the primary SHaW representative for groups actively involved in implementation of HOP principles.
• Develop, implement, and support safety and health standards and elements of an effective safety management system, providing the ongoing guidance to ensure continuous improvement of the utility’s SHaW program and conformance with principles related to HOP and continuous improvement.
• Act as the program manager and primary subject matter expert for all HOP programs and initiatives and related continuous improvement functions.
• Work in a matrixed organization to provide ongoing support of compliance with and functionality of the systems/programs.
• Work closely with and support the Field Safety Operations Manager in maintaining and improving SHaW effectiveness.
• Provide backup to the FSO Manager as needed.
• Lead and participate in Learning Teams and Incident Reviews, as applicable, evaluating safe practices and opportunities for improvement; make recommendations based on best practices for human performance concepts and regulations.
• Work with all levels of the organization to implement health and safety programs and activities.
• Participate in utility safety meetings, committees, and special project meetings.
• Supervise SHaW Senior Safety Specialists as needed.
• Be responsible for understanding and working within budget.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires four years of experience in a safety or health related field of which at least one year is in supervision or lead work and a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Toxicology, Public Administration, Environmental Health, Education or a related field (or a combination of education, training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Certification/License: Current WA Driver’s License

Desired Qualifications – You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• The successful candidate will have curiosity, enthusiasm, and the ability to interact positively with people across the organization and to learn and grow their skills.
• This position requires good organizational, communication and collaborative skills needed to function in a matrixed organization with complex technical and cultural challenges.
• Must have the interpersonal and technical skills and knowledge to work with other personnel to recognize and find solutions for behavioral, chemical, electrical, and physical hazards in the workplace.
• Requires a good understanding of OSHA/LNI regulations as well as Human and Organizational Performance concepts, Leadership, and learning team facilitation.
• Must be able to analyze risk and human behaviors and assist in the performance of learning teams and incident reviews.
• Ability to understand and implement Human and Organizational Performance concepts and practices.
• Experience participating in and leading Learning Teams.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in presenting information that promotes Safety Health and Wellness to large groups.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:

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  A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check and COVID-19 vaccination verification. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 (Download PDF reader). A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

COVID 19 Vaccination Mandate – City of Seattle employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your employment start date. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Employees may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: http://www.seattle.gov/light/.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.