Senior Safety Services Specialist

Senior Safety Services Specialist

Salary

$95,028.30 - $115,782.77 Annually

Location

Martinez, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

AJWH-2026A

Department

Risk Management

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

ZA

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The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management

Why join the Contra Costa County Risk Management Department?

Contra Costa Risk Management Department is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Safety Services Specialist to join our Safety and Loss Control Division.

The Senior Safety Services Specialist reports directly to the Assistant Risk Manager - Safety and Loss Control and is responsible for performing a high level of compliance-related duties, which include overseeing and managing the County's Ergonomic Program and implementing other safety compliance programs; investigating workplace injuries and illnesses; analyzing loss control data and providing recommendations on prevention; providing County-wide safety program and training development oversight and implementation; and performing other related work as required. The Senior Safety Services Specialist may provide lead direction to Safety Services Specialists and clerical staff.

The County believes staff is its greatest asset. We strive to provide a workplace that is inclusive of all people, cultures, and backgrounds. At Contra Costa County, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact on the individuals we serve. We lead through our values, integrity, community, and our employees are dedicated and provide excellent service.

The Safety and Loss Control program is a small and dedicated division within the Risk Management team. Each team member has a unique opportunity to support each other, make an immediate impact on the program, and to share their experience and knowledge with the rest of the team.

We are looking for someone who is:

• An Excellent Communicator: You will need to possess strong verbal, written, and listening skills
• Adaptable: You will need to effectively adjust easily to varied and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and Organized: You will need to balance multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment and may need to shift priorities quickly as needs change
• Knowledgeable in Safety and Loss Control: You will need to apply technical knowledge, and be familiar with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Team Oriented: You will need to establish and maintain working relationships with multiple parties including employees, and contractors

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Overseeing and managing the County's Ergonomic Program
• Investigating workplace injuries and illnesses; analyzing loss control data and providing recommendations on prevention
• Coordinating the administration and implementation of comprehensive safety and loss control programs and training, which include researching regulations, legislation, industry best practices, and County department operations
• Working with the Risk Management General Services Division to post safety county programs and supplemental documents, review and monitor training content deficiencies or technical issues, and assist departments with program procedure customization upon request
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining standardized safety training to include instructional presentations and materials; providing on-site, classroom style, or online training and instruction on a variety of risk management and safety related topics and providing administrative, technical, and training support as needed
• Participating, and assisting in the organization of departmental safety committee meetings and quarterly County-wide safety coordinator meetings
• Assisting with Cal-OSHA and third-party regulators in correspondence as needed
• Performing various assessments including safety inspections, site visits, and job hazard analyses; assisting in recommendation and implementation of corrective action
• Traveling independently to various locations throughout Contra Costa County to fulfill departmental responsibilities
• Providing lead direction to Safety Services Specialists and clerical staff

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be part of a dynamic team
• You will have the opportunity to have a Hybrid remote work schedule
• You will have access to a generous benefits package including retirement, health plan options and other benefits listed here: Employee Benefits | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will work in a fast-paced environment
• You will be expected to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines
• You may interact with clients that are upset and/or confused
• You will receive requests for technical advice for complex operations

Competencies Required:

• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Innovation: Imagining and devising new and better ways of doing things
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job

Read the complete job description at www.cccounty.us/hr. The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the applicant process.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in safety, industrial engineering, or a closely related field.

Experience: Thirty-six (36) months of full-time responsible experience in an environmental, health and safety administrative or staff capacity, performing duties in areas such as EH&S program development and administration, occupational injury investigation and prevention, vehicle accident prevention and safety training.

Substitution: Additional experience of the type noted above and possession of a Safety or related certificate from an accredited college or a university may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. One (1) additional year of experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required academic major.

Selection Process

• Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
• Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
• Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidates relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Austin Wagers at austin.wagers@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you mayanticipateneeding reasonable accommodation, please visit our job seeker resources page at: Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Senior Safety Services Specialist position and to assist the HR staff in assessing each applicants qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."

• I understand

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Do you possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in safety, industrial engineering, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No
• I am substituting additional experience and possess a Safety or related certificate from an accredited college or a university for the education requirement; one (1) additional year of experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required academic major

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Please specify the major of your bachelors degree.

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I understand that applicants will be required to verify eligibility by providing qualifying transcripts prior to employment.

• I understand

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Do you possess a Safety or related certificate from an accredited college or a university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have thirty-six (36) months of full-time responsible experience in an environmental, health and safety administrative or staff capacity, performing duties in areas such as EH&S program development and administration, occupational injury investigation and prevention, vehicle accident prevention and safety training?

• Yes
• No
• I have more than thirty-six (36) months of full-time experience as I am substituting for the education

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Provide details on your experience in the development, implementation and management of programs in the following areas. Include specifics of your experience working with program writing, program management, field work, implementation, challenges, and successes. a. Ergonomics b. Hazard Communication c. Injury and Illness Prevention d. Emergency and Evacuation Planning

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Describe in detail your experience conducting site safety inspections and injury investigations. Describe the problem(s) reported, target audience, regulatory or best practice references, inspection strategy, report style, recommendation details, and follow up assistance provided.

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The following questions are part of our Training and Experience evaluation. Your responses to these questions will be used to evaluate your relevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Senior Safety Services Specialist Classification. By checking this box, I confirm that all answers I select are accurate and truthful. I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts may be considered cheating and may result in being disqualified from this recruitment process or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• I understand

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How many years of experience do you have developing instructional presentations and materials?

• I do not have this type of experience
• I have less than one (1) year of experience
• I have more than one (1) year of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
• I have more than two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience
• I have three (3) years or more of experience

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How many years of experience do you have assisting in the administration and implementation of County-wide loss control programs including Ergonomics, Fleet Safety, Hazard Communication, Respirator Compliance, Workplace Violence Prevention, and Emergency and Evacuation Planning?

• I do not have this type of experience
• I have less than one (1) year of experience
• I have more than one (1) year of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
• I have more than two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience
• I have three (3) years or more of experience

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How many years of experience do you have providing technical guidance, reports, and correspondence and assisting in the preparation of safety and risk management training material?

• I do not have this type of experience
• I have less than one (1) year of experience
• I have more than one (1) year of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
• I have more than two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience
• I have three (3) years or more of experience

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How many years of experience do you have developing safety policies and procedures?

• I do not have this type of experience
• I have less than one (1) year of experience
• I have more than one (1) year of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
• I have more than two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience
• I have three (3) years or more of experience

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How many years of experience do you have developing and implementing job hazard analyses or other safety assessments?

• I do not have this type of experience
• I have less than one (1) year of experience
• I have more than one (1) year of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
• I have more than two (2) years but less than three (3) years of experience
• I have three (3) years or more of experience

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By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• Yes

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