ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY Health & Safety Coordinator Salary in the United States

Description

SUMMARY

The Health and Safety Coordinator assists the Director and Human Resource Manager in planning, coordinating, implementing and maintaining the health and safety of the library facilities, staff and patrons. Specifically, the position oversees security staffing, manages building security, and leads initiatives that include injury prevention, incident tracking and investigation, safety and security assessments, emergency preparedness, and OSHA compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

ORGANIZATION-WIDE EXPECTATIONS

1. Follows established Library and personnel policy, procedures and work standards
2. Attends work regularly, on time, and as scheduled
3. Exhibits welcoming, helpful, positive and friendly behavior to all patrons, staff and guests at all times in all communication formats (verbal and non-verbal)
4. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
5. Regularly monitors Library communication venues including but not limited to employee email, staff bulletin boards and the intranet
6. Participates in meetings, conferences, continuing education, community engagement, and special projects as required by the Elkhart Public Library or as dictated by professional commitment
7. Addresses, or assists in addressing, issues and concerns related to the safety of Library staff and users as well as the security and maintenance of Library buildings and equipment

JOB-SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Collaborates with staff to develop the strategic direction in safety and security for the Library
2. Coordinates and oversees security services, staff, training and contracts
3. Serves as the Library’s liaison with law enforcement and community organizations with regard to emergency, disaster, homeless patrons and other related safety and security issues
4. Responds to and manages investigations that include disruptive patrons, injuries, accidents and high-risk situations
5. Develops and enforces OSHA policies and maintains reporting
6. Intervenes in unsafe activities or operations
7. Plans and directs the Library’s safety and security programs, including coordination and training in de-escalation, First Aid, CPR, AEDs, mental health, and fire, weather and violent intruder drills
8. Maintains SDS and emergency manual, ensuring accuracy, currency, and appropriate distribution and posting of information
9. Responds to after-hours alarms (security, fire, power outages, etc.)

WORK CONDITIONS

• Full-time (including evenings and weekends) based on the needs of the Library
• Frequent local travel, occasional long distance travel

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/ or EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of experience in loss prevention or building security with multiple locations in a public setting preferred; or five (5) years of experience in loss prevention or building security with multiple locations in a public setting preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience required
• Completion of OSHA Outreach Training Program preferred
• CPI certified or equivalent crisis prevention training preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record per the established guidelines of the Library’s insurer
• If driving own car during paid work time, a certificate of coverage or insurability from personal auto insurer must be provided

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possesses a strong commitment to public service
• Ability to learn and adapt
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously in person and on the telephone with people of all ages in a business and public service context, and with professional colleagues
• Be proactive and know when it is necessary to have an authoritative presence and/or be assertive
• Above-average computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet presentation and email applications
• Basic mathematical skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependable and able to quickly exercise sound judgment during emergencies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Excellent written and oral language and communication skills

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and business correspondence, along with general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations
• Ability to effectively write reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Library personnel and the general public in one-to-one and group situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to speak, hear and see
• Ability to sit or stand for an extended length of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl
• Ability to occasionally lift or move a minimum of 40 pounds

• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test as requested or required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises security staff
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Elkhart Public Library’s policies and applicable laws, including planning and assigning work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• See Elkhart Public Library Wage Schedule
• See Elkhart Public Library electronic Employee Handbook

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job.  The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that may be performed by a qualified applicant or individual with a disability.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.