Health & Safety Program Manager

Primary RoleAmerican Water is currently seeking a Health & Safety Program Manager to assist the Mgr Loss Control in the areas of safety & health claims administration, insurance services and loss control. In this role you will recommend, develop and implement appropriate programs and activities that enhance the safety and health of Company employees, as well as minimize the Company's exposure to loss.Key AccountabilitiesDevelop and implement (including delivery of) educational training programs and activities that help develop and improve the safety process within the company and to ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations. (25%)Develop and implement the use of regulatory compliance programs, including investigating new technologies, providing professional review and recommendations for the purchase of tools, materials and equipment that will enhance safety performance throughout the organization. (25%)Conducts safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and deficiencies that expose the company to loss or failure to comply with regulatory requirements Compile, analyze, and interpret data related to safety training and performance to measure the effectiveness of existing programs. (40%)Provide assistance and expertise in accident/claim investigation and claims management, when required, and make recommendations to prevent reoccurrences. (10%) Knowledge/SkillsKnowledge of Company Risk Management Policies and ProceduresKnowledge of federal, state and local regulations applicable to safety and health fieldWorking knowledge of the various functional areas and their role in the organization, including operating procedures of the CompanyWorking knowledge of federal, state and local regulationsWorking knowledge of the various functional areas of a water utility, so as to develop and implement appropriate risk management activities associated with departmental goalsDemonstrated understanding of a water utility operation, knowledge, of and ability to, integrate regulatory requirements into the training and development of all operating unit employees Experience/EducationAssociate level degree required in a related field, i.e safety/loss controlBachelor's level degree preferred Travel RequirementsPrimarily limited to with region with some overnight travel may be required. Must be flexible