Program Manager (Safety)

Posting Expires: 11/19/24

Salary: $106,801

General Description and Classification Standards Manages the activities involved in the design, preparation, delivery and needs assessment of safety training and development programs for assigned department(s). This is an experienced, professional level capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the profession with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered a promotional level and attainable by any incumbents in a work group who demonstrate the necessary knowledge, ability, and performance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Manages the activities involved in the design, preparation, delivery and needs assessment of safety training and development programs for assigned department(s).
• Joins in partnership with department management to assess and implement safety training and programs.
• Determines department needs for safety training.
• Develops and/or approves content, methods, and materials for training staff and may conduct courses.
• Develops methods for evaluation of all safety training.
• Manages the day-to-day operations and manages the budget preparation, submittal and administration.
• Creates operating plans, forecasts and reporting systems.
• Develops organizational structure and selects, develops and manages staff.
• Establishes internal processes, interprets and applies organizational policies.
• Provides input into policy and strategy.
• Manages purchasing, inventory, equipment maintenance and other asset related functions.
• Approves purchase/supply orders, expense accounts.
• Manages the activities involved in the design, preparation, delivery and needs assessment of safety training and development programs for assigned department(s).
• Develops, interprets organizational policies and recommend exceptions.
• Must be on-call to respond after hours nights and weekends.

Decision Making

May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines. Applies organizational policies.

Leadership Provided

Has formal managerial authority over work group (typically at least 3-4 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling/attendance, training, etc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Knowledge of safety, occupational health and safety training methods, tools and best practices. Knowledge of occupational health and safety and worker's compensation laws. Knowledge of department jobs, work environment and equipment required and used, department policies and procedures. Strong knowledge of testing methods. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills. Strong planning and organizational skills. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Skilled in using A/V equipment. Ability to design, develop and deliver course material in a creative and interesting manner. Ability to use interactive technology in instructional design of training courses. Ability to interpret and apply regulations and procedures. Ability to use A/V aids in presentations. Ability to communicate with all levels of employees. Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in industrial management, business, occupational health/safety or related field. 5 years of specific occupational health/safety and/or training experience. Must have some project management or leadership experience. Valid Georgia Class C drivers. Supervisor must be certified to teach DDC, Work Zone Safety, Flagger Spotter. First Aid/AED/CPR and OSHA 10.

Preferred Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in industrial management, business, occupational health/safety or related field with 7 or more years' of specific occupational health/safety and/or training experience. ASTD certification and OSHA 30 general/construction is a plus.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Closing Date/Time: 2024-11-20

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• City of Atlanta

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