Safety Coordinator

Job Description:

Safety Coordinator

Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
02/16/26
Division:
Road & Bridge Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Jefferson County is looking for an experienced Safety Coordinator to join the Road & Bridge team. The Safety Coordinator (Road & Bridge) is responsible for investigating safety violations, accidents, incidents, and misconduct, and for recommending appropriate corrective actions. This position oversees workers’ compensation claims and non-job-related injuries for the division and develops, administers, and coordinates the employee safety management program, including the facilitation of safety training initiatives.

The Safety Coordinator collaborates closely with staff and management to support organizational and operational improvements. This role also represents the Road & Bridge division during emergency events such as snowstorms, fires, floods, and public health incidents by participating in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities.

This position maintains on-call availability to respond to accidents, snow operations, and natural disasters, including forest fires, mudslides, floods, and blizzards.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $84,000 - $95,000 USD Annually

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Benefits of Working at Jeffco Road & Bridge:

• PPE including Winter Coat, Insulated Bibs & Other Clothing, Hard Hat, Vests, Safety Glasses,Gloves, and Ear Protection
• Reimbursements for Safety Toe Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses
• Snow Removal Training
• Well Maintained Late Model Equipment & Trucks
• PromotionalOpportunities
• *Starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires*
• 12 Paid Holidays (96 hours) Per Year
• Up to 160 hours Paid Time Off Per Year
• See more details on our Employment Benefits website.

Before submitting your application, please visit our website for more information on our districts, shop locations, and service areas. https://www.jeffco.us/787/Road-Bridge-Division

Road & Bridge has 9 shops that cover 4 districts within Jefferson County, including locations at:

• Golden
• Littleton
• Coal Creek
• Evergreen
• Indian Hills
• Lookout Mountain
• Shaffer’s Crossing
• Conifer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develops and administers the various components of the Road & Bridge Safety Management Program to ensure a safe environment consistent with regulatory and organizational requirements and needs. Responsible for facilitating and coordinating safety training programs to ensure employees safely perform tasks in compliance with all safety regulations and agency policies. Notifies the appropriate parties to resolve issues.
• In partnership with the Safety & Compliance Division (S&C), conducts or assists in investigations regarding employee safety violations, restitution for damaged R&B property, accidents, incidents, and misconduct and makes recommendations for corrective action within a formalized discipline and grievance process. Offers direction to management in regard to safety employee relations decisions.
• Oversees workers' compensation and non-job-related injuries for the division. Ensures adherence to workers compensation policies and guidelines in the case of on-the-job injuries. Assists the employee in receiving medical attention based on injury. Assigns modified duties based on restrictions and monitors medical report status throughout the duration of the injury with the S&C division.
• Monitors work zone inspections to improve safety, increase mobility and reduce risk ensuring compliance with applicable plans, policies, and standards.
• Ensures compliance of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Represents the Road & Bridge division in managing emergency events such as snow, fire, flood, and health issues at the Emergency Operation Center EOC. Attends quarterly EOC training and meetings. Ensures potential hazardous containers and materials found on Road and Bridge sites and county right-of-way are reported to the appropriate authorities for disposal. Follows-up on cleanup to ensure the tasks are complete.
• Responds to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Reports to an assigned shop within one hour of being called.
• Responsible for assisting with the basic development and training of fellow employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in public works or a related field

In addition to the minimum qualifications above, the selected candidate must:

• Possess a valid driver’s license for at least two (2) consecutive years prior to the hire date; candidates relocating from out of state must obtain a Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of hire
• Obtain Flagger Certification within six (6) months of hire and Traffic Control Supervisor certification within two (2) years of hire
• Complete an 8-hour DOT HAZMAT training course
• Obtain DOT HAZMAT General Awareness certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities that will lead to success in the role:

• Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification
• Certification related to Occupational Safety and Health
• Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA)
• Experience conducting accident investigations
• Experience developing, writing, and implementing safety procedures
• Demonstrated experience leading safety incentive programs and fostering a strong safety culture
• Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional committees
• Comfort and effectiveness in training, facilitation, and public speaking
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
• Experience using Cartegraph
• Trenching and shoring experience
• Confined space entry experience
• Mine Safety and Health Administration(MSHA) certification
• Demonstrated mentoring and coaching skills
• Commitment to building a kind, caring, and supportive workplace culture
• Ability to deliver safety guidance professionally and respectfully

Additional Job Information:

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

Pleaseread the following to the fullest extent.

• Offerof employmentiscontingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, criminal background check, and motor vehicle record check.
• To beconsideredyou must not have any major violations, and no more than one DUI, DWI, DWAI conviction in the past three years.
• Must provide a valid Commercial Driver's License and DOT medical card, and current copy of your full CDLIS Motor Vehicle Record at the time of interview, if you currently hold a CDL.
• Jefferson County adheres to pre- and post-employment drug testing regulations for positions requiringa CDL. In following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Jefferson Countyis required tocontactpreviousemployers to obtain information on past alcohol and drug testing.
• Jefferson County adheres to all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including FMCSA rule 391.11 (b) (2): Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with thegeneral public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
• ** Please Note: Due to CDL guidelines, we review work experience within the last ten years. Please make sure that you document your past and current job-related experience. If your application does not include work experience from the last ten years, your application may bedisqualifiedordelaythe process. **

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal .

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or [email protected]

Education:

Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum three years

Certifications:
Driver's License - Driver's License - Any State
Languages:

Category:
Maintenance & Trades