Risk and Safety Specialist

Position Title: Risk and Safety Specialist
Safety Sensitive: No
Supervisor's Title: Manager of Risk and Safety
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Risk and Safety
Division: Administration Division
POSITION PURPOSE
The Risk and Safety Specialist is responsible for the coordination of claim administration, health, risk, and safety disciplines for IndyGo. Core responsibilities include data entry for accidents, OSHA injuries, scheduling and reviewing video, and submitting claims to IndyGo's third-party administrator (TPA). The position also evaluates, monitors, and reports risk and safety performance and helps develop training procedures within the IndyGo training department. This position is responsible for administering safety standards and procedures for protecting employees' safety and health. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day administration of IndyGo's Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) and serving as a liaison with contractors and sub-recipients to meet Federal Transit Administration (FTA) compliance requirements. Reports and to monitor Commercial Driver's License (CDL) compliance and agency risk, and safety concerns or comments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To succeed in this role, an individual must be able to perform the functions below satisfactorily. IndyGo will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to investigate, recommend, and report risk and safety incidents/accidents without bias.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits for the corporation and contracted vendors.
• Investigate and report near-miss safety submissions.
• Receive and disseminate safety information through newsletters, online, and bulletin boards.
• Assist with National Transit Data (NTD) monthly reporting.
• Assist with tracking the Safe Driving Awards program by the National Safety Council.
• Assist during emergency response events and drills.
• Collaborate on the development and updating of safety protocols.
• Perform Driver Vehicle Record (DVR) checks for corporation CDL license holders.
• Assist with the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) when necessary.
• Assist with risk and safety communication for new hire orientations and yearly training.
• Assist with communication within the drug and alcohol testing program when requested.
• Assist with OSHA reporting.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the organization's strategic goals.
• When requested, attend and participate in professional group meetings.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
It is highly recommended to have the following education and/or experience.

• An associate's degree is preferred in either claim management, safety and Industrial hygiene, or risk evaluation and mitigation.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience is required in risk and claims management and or safety programs.
• One to two years' experience working within a DOT, public transportation environment.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities while working in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to be thorough, accurate, and attentive to detail.
• Must possess and exhibit a high degree of professionalism, maturity, and patience.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others can comprehend.
• Must be able to accurately capture, document, and exchange information.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of work performed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, and Outlook), computer skills, and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to use discretion in decision-making and exercise sound judgment in problem-solving.
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of Indiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B training course requirements.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Indiana Operator's Driver's License within 90 days of the date of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Local travel between IndyGo properties using a corporate vehicle.
• Must be able to perform visual inspections with the ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to work around minimal exposure to machinery/equipment, excessive noise, fumes/odors, and dirt/dust wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• The ability to occasionally move or otherwise transport objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

IndyGo is an equal opportunity employer