Manager Safety

Manager, Safety Services

Location: OTP Customer Service Centers

Grade 15

Position Summary

At Otter Tail Power Company, safety is more than a priority. It is a core value that guides every decision we make and every service we provide. We are seeking an enthusiastic, strategic, and people-focused Manager, Safety Services to lead our company-wide safety and security programs while helping create a culture where every employee returns home safely each day.

This leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety performance across a respected regional energy company. As Manager, Safety Services, you will collaborate with leaders throughout the organization, manage a dedicated safety team, champion innovative safety initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while advancing a proactive safety culture. You will play a critical role in supporting our employees, protecting company assets, and driving continuous improvement in safety and security programs throughout Otter Tail Power Company.

This position reports to Director HR & Safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance company-wide safety, security, and compliance programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations.
• Oversee safety training, reporting, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Analyze safety performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Safety Services staff while supporting safety committees across the company.
• Manage Workers Compensation cases, incident investigations, and return-to-work programs.
• Serve as the primary company contact for regulatory agencies and safety-related partnerships.
• Oversee physical security programs, support cybersecurity initiatives, and help protect company assets and employees.
• Manage departmental budgets, PPE programs, safety supplies, and policy development.
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and employee well-being throughout the organization.

Qualifications

We are looking for a passionate safety leader who combines technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Bachelors degree in a safety-related field or equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience involving safety management responsibilities.
• Experience working with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, claims management, Workers' Compensation programs, safety training, and security-related functions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and foster employee development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and organizational levels.
• Ability to influence and guide teams, committees, leaders, and employees toward shared safety goals.
• Ability to build trust and credibility throughout the organization.
• Commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

What We Offer

This is more than a management position. It is an opportunity to shape the future of safety across a company with a long-standing commitment to serving our customers, communities, and employees. As Manager, Safety Services, you will make a meaningful impact every day by leading initiatives that protect people, strengthen operations, and support a culture where safety comes first. If you are an experienced safety professional who thrives on leadership, collaboration, and making a difference, we encourage you to apply and help power a safer future at Otter Tail Power Company.

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• The expected offer for base compensation for this role is $117,000 - $161,000 annually. The actual compensation within the compensation range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Incentive plans
• Employee Stock Ownership options
• Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
• Health, disability and life insurance plan options
• Our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement. This includes safety - one of our values and key to our success - technical, compliance and developmental training.
• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
• Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they're working.

To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. This position will be open until filled.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.