Senior Safety Coordinator

Riverside County Human Resources department is seeking a Senior Safety Coordinator to support the Department of Waste Resources in Moreno Valley.

This position will provide dedicated, on-site support in administering and overseeing the Department's occupational health and safety, accident prevention, and loss control programs.

The incumbent will develop safety awareness programs in collaboration with employee health, administrative and support staff; track and analyze accidents and injuries; and provide instruction and advice to supervisors and employees on accident prevention and the elimination of unsafe working conditions.

The Department of Waste Resources operates in a high-risk environment involving hazardous materials associate with landfill operations.

The Sr Safety Coordinator will strengthen the department's capacity to meet critical operational and regulatory objectives.

Ensuring consistent compliance with Cal/OSHA requirements through accurate and timely reporting, ensures thorough incident investigations with effective follow-up, and enhances field oversight by promoting proactive hazard identification and mitigation to reduce risk and improve overall workplace safety.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in safety management for complex operations and regulatory compliance.

Specifically, they should be able to:



* Administer and oversee safety programs related to DOT-regulated fleet operations, including driver qualification, accident review, and compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) and clearinghouse requirements.


* Provide safety oversight for landfill, transfer station, and heavy equipment operations, ensuring traffic control, equipment safety, and contractor compliance.


* Lead Cal/OSHA inspections and manage regulatory responses, including implementing corrective actions for high-risk operations.


* Serve as the primary safety advisor to department leadership on regulatory compliance, operational risk, and loss control strategies.

This position plays a key role in promoting a safe and compliant work environment, ensuring the Riverside County's continued commitment to employee well-being and operational safety.

In addition, the Senior Safety Coordinator is granted authority to take action when conditions exist that pose an immediate threat to life or health or pose a threat of damage to County equipment or structures.

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* Oversees DOT/FMCSA compliance, including Driver Qualification Files, Clearinghouse requirements, accident investigations, and corrective actions.


* Serves as the primary liaison with Cal/OSHA; leads inspections, investigations, and regulatory responses.


* Oversees injury and illness reporting requirements, includi...