<p>Job Summary:</p> <p>Directs and oversees South County Health's safety programs. Develops and administers policies, programs, and procedures meant to protect employee, patient, and visitor health and safety, and/or promote regulatory and environmental compliance.</p> <p>Reports to: Facilities & Performance Excellence Leader</p> <p>Direct Reports: Security Staff</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in a science/environmental health or safety related field is preferred. Minimum of high school diploma with 6-8 years of experience in an appropriate clinical, technical or science related field required. Previous experience as healthcare-based Safety Officer preferred. </li><li>NIMS certifications - 100-200-700 required, 300-400-800 preferred </li><li>Knowledge of TJC, OSHA, NFPA Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)/RIDEM, DOH and other state and local building codes and apply knowledge in a hospital/clinic setting, workman's compensation law. </li><li>Ability to conduct special investigations, organize results and present them orally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to prepare instructional materials and present them effectively, utilizing various computer programs/software. </li><li>Ability to work with administrative staff, physicians, nurses, support staff, patients, community members and various regulatory agencies. </li><li>Computer skills - proficient with word processing and spreadsheets. </li></ul> <p>Success Factors</p> <ul> <li>Evidence of continuing education. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively using interpersonal and managerial skills </li><li>Ability to organize, prioritize and implement workload </li><li>Analytical thinking skills. </li><li>Detail oriented. </li><li>Ability to facilitate and encourage team spirit by acting as a coach and role model </li><li>Leadership skills. </li></ul>