Health and Safety Specialist - Year Round

Winter Park Resort
parental leave, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Winter Park
85 Parsenn Road (Show on map)
Nov 20, 2024
Please note, this position is located at Winter Park Resort in Winter Park, CO. Year Round Who We Are: At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone. Perks & Benefits: Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts Discounted friends & family tickets Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4% Mental health resources for all employees Food & beverage and retail discounts Onsite employee childcare based on availability Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more POSITION SUMMARY: The Safety Specialist will have responsibility for resort-wide safety programs affecting employees, guests, and volunteers.. The Safety Specialist will continually refine and develop the resort safety program and be familiar with applicable OSHA regulations. This position will report directly to the resort Risk and Safety Manager. This position will work toward safety awareness in the workplace with all Business Unit Managers and Supervisors, as well as toward the safety and well being of our resort guests. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Receive First Report of Injury Report all claims to W/C Insurance Rep. Coordinate with injured employee and care giver Track progress of recovery/ return to work progress Manage employee return to work program Tracking of W/C occurrences and costs Maintain Risk Management Files Coordinate W/C incident investigation Communication with medical providers Compile W/C statistics Analysis of loss trends for each operation Prepare W/C reports for management Provide training to management team regarding workers compensation processes and procedures Make recommendations to Risk Manager and other entities Administer CDL (Commercial Drivers) Program monthly Ensure compliance with company drug & alcohol testing policy Work closely with legal counsel as needed Provide administrative support to Risk and Safety Department Coordinate Safety Communicator program Assist with and coordinate safety programs Track general liability and property damage claims Maintain Certificate of Insurance and release files Other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess: friendly, helpful attitude; organizational skills; neat and professional appearance. Computer familiarity with Excel, Word (or equivelant word processing ability), Power Point is necessary. Access Data Base program familiarity a plus but not required. Must be able to communicate verbally and in written form in a clear, concise, professional and tactful manner. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Degree or education in Safety or Health related field a plus but not required. Other Safety / Regulatory licensing, accreditations, or certifications a plus but not required. Experience: Experience in risk management, insurance, health care, and/or emergency services industries prefered. 5+ years in ski industry or resort operations preferred. Risk Management and/or Regulatory Compliance experience a plus but not required. Experience working with, or familiarity with OSHA regulations a plus but not required. WAGE: The base hourly pay represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resort's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Winter Park Resort's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits. Hourly pay range: $24-26 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. WORKING CONDITIONS: Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions. Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Winter Park Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Winter Park Resort positions accept applications for a minimum of 3 business days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.