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Position Summary:

The Safety & Security Program Management Officer is responsible for assisting with planning, directing, organizing, monitoring, and training to create a culture of safety excellence and safeguarding compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, CMS, OSHA, DNV, and other regulatory bodies. This comprises implementing effective safety programs and protocols and ensuring the availability and usability of safety equipment. This position responds to employee safety concerns, provides guidance and support in resolving issues, and improves overall safety performance. Overseeing the Safety and Security Management program is a large portion of the role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Three (3) years of experience in a safety-related role.

Preferred

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) certification, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS).

• Three (3) years of experience in a safety-related role in a healthcare environment.

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Developing and implementing safety policies, procedures, and guidelines in line with local laws and regulations.

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategies, plans, and procedures to protect employees, property, and facilities from workplace health and safety hazards.

• Perform routine Security Vulnerability Assessments across all the facilities within the organization

• Assess workplace hazards and risks and recommend appropriate measures to mitigate them.

• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential safety issues and ensure compliance with established safety protocols.

• Investigate incidents and accidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Provide regular safety training sessions and organize impactful safety campaigns to promote awareness.

• Provide guidance and support to management and employees on safety-related matters.

• Stay updated about emerging safety trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure continuous improvement.

• Manage the Hazardous Waste program in partnership with Environmental Services. Maintain records and training for Waste Manifests and DOT training.

• Ensuring the highest safety compliance standards and a healthy work setting for staff, visitors and vendors.

• Monitoring and staying updated on safety regulations, codes and standards applicable to the industry.

• Supporting emergency preparedness and response efforts, including developing evacuation plans and procedures. All in partnership with the Emergency Operations Coordinator.

• Supporting and helping co-lead the Emergency Operations Committee and Security Committee.

• Investigating accidents, incidents, and near-miss events to determine root causes and implementing corrective measures to prevent a recurrence.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote safety initiatives and ensure the integration of safety practices into daily operations.

• Establishing and maintaining effective communication channels with external organizations, such as government bodies, safety organizations, and insurance companies.

• Partner with the Emergency Operations Coordinator to collaborate with community emergency response and law enforcement to build and grow relationships.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation for safety inspections, incidents and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times

• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality

• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment

• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.

• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.

• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.Sit (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Stand (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.Walk (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.Reach Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.Push/Pull (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. *Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).77312500 Plant Operations (BHDH)