Safety/Sr. Safety Coordinator for Western Region - Line Operations (Wilsonville, Beaverton & Hi[...]

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.Job TitleSafety/Sr. Safety Coordinator for Western Region - Line Operations (Wilsonville, Beaverton & Hillsboro)Job SummaryIn this role, you'll design, develop, implement and oversee the organization's safety programs to safeguard employees, contractors and the public and to ensure compliance with laws, standards and regulations.Typical work hours are Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm except during incident management team activation. This role supports line operations located in Wilsonville, Beaverton and Hillsboro where you will rotate daily to lead 7am safety meetings. This role requires on-site presence with the opportunity to work from home on occasion. This role is required to participate in our 24/7 safety duty phone coverage with duty phone responsibilities about once every five weeks.Key Job InformationSenior Safety Specialist 6145 Grade 7Career Level: P3Safety Specialist 6147 Grade 6Career Level: P2Career and Professional SkillsRequires in-depth knowledge and experience; uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services; solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions; works independently with minimal guidance; acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.Reporting and AnalysisDuring project constructability reviews and construction planning for contractors, details safety risk analysis and solutioning to complex construction activities (RFPs, bidder qualifications, bid evaluations and selection of the performing contractors).Conducts routine and complex investigations including incident reviews and root cause analysis.Develops and runs reports.Analyzes trends and prepares and presents presentations and communications.Coordinates and leads follow up on action items related to reports and investigations.Leads process improvement projects, conducts benchmarking efforts and assists in identifying improvement efforts.Program ManagementDevelops and administers safety programs, guidelines and initiatives to meet business objectives and comply with all relevant state and/or federal laws and regulations. Integrates industry best practices into existing programs.Development and continuous improvement of an ongoing interactive safety program and partnership with contractors.Consultation / EducationServes as a subject matter expert to managers and employees.Analyzes business needs and develops and implements innovative solutions to safety-related business problems.In collaboration with other departments, designs and delivers educational programs to managers, employees and/or community organizations on employee and public safety.Special ProjectsUnder general guidance, leads special projects to meet corporate objectives engaging closely with other departments.Facilitates safety meetings and other safety processes.Depending on position may assume leadership roles in emergency and incident response.Develop and increase communication between PGE and its contractors to share and operationalize best practices and learnings.ComplianceMay respond to requests for information from regulators.Prepares legally required filings and reports.Ensures programs, policies, and procedures comply with applicable laws and regulations.Analyzes changes in regulations and recommends and implements appropriate action.Education / Experience / CertificationsEducation: Requires a bachelor's degree in science, business, human resources or other related field or equivalent experience.Experience: Typically, five or more years in professional safety and/or in electric generation, transmission and distribution operations; or, depending on position, drug and alcohol or ergonomic program management.Certifications, Licenses and Training: Journeyman card or equivalent trade or operator qualification preferred. Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Construction Safety & Health Technician (CHST), Occupational Health & Safety Technologist (OHST), Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) preferred depending on position.Please note that we can consider candidates with less experience (2 -5 years at the professional level 2), duties would be less complex and performed with more supervision. Knowledge, skills and abilities would be at the working/intermediate level. We are happy to provide a detailed job description on request.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesIntermediate knowledge of employment laws related to area of disciplineIntermediate knowledge of PGE's policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements and benefit plansIntermediate knowledge of industry best practices related to area of disciplineIntermediate skills in project managementAdvanced skills in writing reportsIntermediate skills in facilitation and presentationsIntermediate skills in systems and programs used in functional area, including data retrievalAdvanced customer focus skillsAdvanced safety leadership skillsIntermediate skills in analytical thinkingAdvanced skills in problem solvingAdvanced oral and written communication skillsAdvanced interpersonal skillsIntermediate decision-making skillsAdvanced organization and prioritization skillsIntermediate knowledge of business process interrelationshipsAdvanced business acumenAdvanced risk management skillsPhysical and Cognitive DemandsAbility to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvementAbility to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule / AttendanceAbility to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendancePhysical CapabilitiesThis position requires a valid driver's license and a history of safe driving practices.Frequent driving/travel within service territoryOccasional overnight driving/travel inside or outside of the service territoryComputer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)Lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying: Up to 10 lbs.Unstable surfaces requiring balance: Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)Confined spacesWalking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)Stairs (over 10 steps)Ladders (over 10 rungs)EnvironmentOfficePlantFieldActual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.To be considered for this position, please complete the employment application by the posting close date. If no date is listed, the job is open until filled.J-18808-Ljbffr