The Investigator II/Enterprise Risk Management is responsible for conducting investigations of incidents involving potential legal liability and civil penalties; fires and explosions potentially involving natural gas; damage to Company property; vehicle accidents; and employee injuries at the direction of Enterprise Risk Management leadership and Legal.. This position assists with implementing Occupational Health and Safety ("OSHA") initiatives and programs at the Division level to ensure a safe working environment and OSHA compliance. This position serves on a team of investigators who investigates serious incidents.
This position also assists the Administrator/Risk Management in implementing the division safety program to ensure a safe working environment and OSHA compliance and assists with the division environmental program to ensure state and federal EPA compliance and environmental permitting requirements are met. This position serves as the division environmental response coordinator.
POSITION DIMENSIONS
The position does not have accountability for people or budgets. The position frequently exchanges information with non-exempt and professional level employees, senior management, and numerous outside parties, including, but not limited to, attorneys, outside consultants, regulatory agencies and other official investigators.
QUALIFICATIONS
There are clear precedents and practices that the incumbent uses to determine how this job is performed. This position requires three to five years of relevant work experience.
A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Investigations
Conduct investigations of incidents involving potential legal liability, fire & explosions, property damage, vehicle accidents, and employee injuries
Coordinate complex investigations with experts, outside entities, and internal departments
Draft written investigative reports that document investigative findings in an accurate, concise, and unbiased manner
Communicate investigative findings with Management, General Liability Claims, and Legal
Conduct employee safety and environmental training
Assist Risk Management & Corporate Legal Affairs with the resolution of claims and the defense of litigation
Identify and communicate areas of improvement identified during investigations with department management, key personnel, and follow up on management's resolution plan
Investigate workers' compensation claims and coordinate with management on injury prevention efforts
Safety
Assist the Sr. Investigator and/or the Administrator/Manager with implementing the division Accident Prevention Committee
Conduct Safety in the Field evaluations and discuss findings with stakeholders
Communicate safety metrics, trends, and preventive information with stakeholders
Coordinate outside agency representatives during OSHA inspections if needed
Provide any additional support to the Company's safety program as requested
Training
Assist the Manager of Occupational Health and Safety with developing and implementing safety programs and training
Conduct employee safety and driver safety training
Provide first aid and CPR training for all Company employees
Assist in creating and providing training for the division's fire investigation external partners
Other
Provide data and assist in the preparation of responses to data requests from appropriate regulatory agencies
Ensure division compliance with applicable Company policies, local, state, and federal regulations related to safety, environmental, and security issues
Interpret changes in liability and safety laws and regulations and advise management accordingly
Perform liaison responsibilities with fire and police agencies
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Regular and predictable attendance is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
SALARY DETAILS
Grade: 7
Las Vegas: $84,585.00 - $122,684.00
At Southwest Gas, attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We use flexibility to develop competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to hire the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the pay range for the position. It is provided as a good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, as we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate''s experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview and selection process.
Our History
Southwest Gas Corporation was founded in 1931 and is a subsidiary of Southwest Gas Holdings Inc. We provide natural gas service to Arizona, Nevada, and portions of California. Our communities, and the more than 2 million customers we serve, are the reasons why we''ve been heating things up for decades. So, whether you're enjoying a backyard barbeque with friends, getting cozy indoors during the winter, or preparing an epicurean delight in your new restaurant, Southwest Gas is here to support your comfort and your lifestyle.
Southwest Gas is an equal opportunity employer, disability/veteran.