Safety Coordinator

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Safety Coordinator for AIDT and the ALABAMA ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGY PARK (ARTP) Located in TANNER, ALABAMA
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE:
July 16, 2010
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
July 30, 2010
PROJECTED START DATE:
September 1, 2010
AIDT is seeking to fill a full time Safety Coordinator position. A person in this position coordinates a variety of activities to
support the RTP in conducting, scheduling and developing safety training. Activities of the position are supervised by the
Robotics Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Assists in analyzing and organizing safety procedures and compliance at the RTP.
• Assists in leading training staff to include safety training and development of classes in safety.
• Design, develop, instruct, and present training programs in: Industrial Safety, Environment, HAZMAT/Loss Control,
Industrial Hygiene, Transportation Safety and all types of Powered Industrial Truck
• Maximizes office productivity through proficient use of appropriate computer software applications.
• Assists in managing and directing the safety functions of the training center to include leading documentation of safe work practices and MSDS material.
• Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.
• Prepares activities reports for guidance of management.
• Coordinates the preparation of monthly training reports.
• Coordinates activities with vendors for safety training.
• Meets with RTP staff personnel on regular basis to determine need for and to develop and schedule needed safety training.
• Recommends, develops, and implements safety policies and ensures consistent practices across RTP facilities.
• Ensures compliance with all health and safety standard, including federal and state regulatory compliance and provides interpretation of these standards.
• Identifies common violations of OSHA standards.
• Works with vendors for training and ordering materials
• Performs routine and special inspections and analysis of job and system hazards.
Work Habits:
• Complies with all policies and procedures as set out in the AIDT/RTP Policy Manual.
• Interacts with vendor personnel and AIDT personnel to schedule classes and provide reports and other information as needed.
• Directs activities of staff to accomplish goals of the organization.
• Plans daily/weekly work schedule.
• Maintains housekeeping to organizational standards.
• Interacts professionally with co-workers, general public and others as required.
• Complies with AIDT policy regarding attendance. (Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of generally accepted office procedures and practices
• Excellent computer skills
• Knowledge of industrial training procedures, workflow, scheduling and planning
• Skill in reading, writing, spelling, punctuating and editing work
• High level of skill with PC computer applications, including MS Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to understand and follow directions from a diverse technical staff
• Ability to interact and coordinate technical training with staff, trainees, company officials and the general public in a professional manner
• Ability to learn internal AIDT/RTP processes and job specific systems
• Ability to train staff and other employees in AIDT/RTP processes
• Ability to work independently with supervision
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to work flexible hours based on program needs
• Ability to follow established laws, policies and procedures
• Ability to function in an automated work environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple administrative functions concurrently
• Ability to work in a constant state of awareness
• Ability to interact professionally with company representatives, public officials, trainees, coworkers & the general public
• Ability to function in a team-based environment
• Ability to attain RIA Certification
Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum five years industrial Safety/Environment experience; or baccalaureate degree; or associate degree in industrial Safety/Environment and two years experience required
• OSHA 30 Hours Course Completion & Certificate
Criminal Background Check:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant
chosen for employment will be required to sign a Criminal Background Check consent form and
to submit a nonrefundable $45 payment for the cost of the criminal background check.
Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check
Salary and General:
Initial placement will be based on experience and education applicable to the E1 salary schedule, within a range of $45,687 –
$52,817. Paid monthly. Excellent benefits package included. Resumes received after 1:00 p.m. on July 30, 2010, will not be accepted for review. Interviews are by appointment only. If selected for an interview, applicants must travel at their own expense to the interview site. Male applicants
between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration when requested. Employment references and grade transcripts may be requested during the application process.
Send detailed resume to:
Safety Coordinator
Attn: Rick Maroney
AIDT Huntsville Center
2903 Wall Triana Highway, Suite 1
Huntsville, AL 35824
AIDT is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the
control of the State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. AIDT will make
reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. AIDT reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to
the awarding of the position.