Risk & Safety Manager

Position Overview:

The Safety and Compliance Manager at Edgewood Tahoe Resort is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety, and regulatory compliance programs across the resort. This position finds balance between driving a positive safety culture and supporting resort operations through a common-sense approach to ensuring regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, execution of safety programming, and professional working relationships with Team Members at all levels while upholding the high service and operational standards expected at a luxury property.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies and procedures across the resort in line with local, national, and international regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments of all facilities including guest rooms, public areas, pools, kitchens, and staff areas.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure emergency preparedness plans (e.g., fire, natural disasters, medical emergencies) are in place and routinely tested.
• Ensure full compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, hospitality licensing, environmental regulations, fire codes, and other applicable legal requirements.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and ensure timely updates to policies and training materials.
• Liaise with government agencies, external auditors, and internal legal teams during inspections or audits.
• Maintain detailed documentation of compliance records, certifications, and permits.
• Maintain required OSHA injury reporting and record keeping.
• Responsible for timely reporting and ongoing maintenance of workers' compensation claims and administration.
• Assist with claims administration, analytics, and reporting.
• Liaison between department supervisor and injured worker to coordinate accident investigation, light duty programs, and return to work programming.
• Administrate resort KeyWatcher system to ensure compliance with key management protocols.
• Lead safety training programs for new and existing staff, including emergency response, equipment use, hazardous materials handling, and guest safety protocols.
• Partner with department heads to embed a culture of safety and compliance throughout all resort operations.
• Ensure compliance with local environmental laws and international sustainability standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall success of the team and business.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a safety/compliance role, preferably in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, local safety codes, and hospitality-related compliance requirements.
• OSHA 10-hour certification required. OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state EHS-related regulations, specifically OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and Nevada Workers' Compensation statutes.
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation claims management, OSHA recordability guidelines, and return to work processes.
• Proficient in use of relevant management systems and various Microsoft applications.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage emergency situations effectively.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to safely lift, move, and stack items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Able to perform physical tasks, including bending, lifting, sitting and standing for extended periods.