Loss Prevention and Safety Coordinator

Position summary

The Loss Prevention and Safety Coordinator is also the Corporate Compliance Officer and is responsible for effective coordination of the safety and security programs of the organization to safeguard Goodwill’s employees, customers, donors and to prevent and minimize loss of assets in all locations.

Essential functions

Review and recommend policy and procedures to prevent and minimize financial loss to the company, in accordance with federal, state, or local laws. Conduct internal audit programs to evaluate cash handling, safety, and security procedures, corporate compliance risk assessments, implementation and annual work plan, and reports on matters pertaining to corporate compliance.

Make bi-annual inspections of each Goodwill location to determine if safe working practices are being employed. Assure compliance with federal, state, local, CARF, and other safety and health regulations and standards. This includes compliance with OSHA and keeping the OSHA 300 and safety training logs properly maintained.

Function as chair of the Safety Committee, recording and retaining all meeting notes and records. Develop, recommend, and conduct OSHA and CARF required safety training for all staff, including, but not limited to, CPR/First Aid/AED; conduct safety training at new hire orientation; document and track all related training for employees.

Train retail store management and employees in company policies and procedures of all loss prevention efforts; educating staff in detection and reporting on safety and security situations. Assist safety liaisons in identifying, developing, and instituting changes necessary for prevention of accidents, and assessing the effectiveness of such measures.

Coordinate with safety liaisons to ensure monthly safety training, inspections and evacuation drills are completed and documented. Coordinate investigations regarding allegations or reports of suspicious employee activities and/or violations of company policies and procedures involving safety and/or loss prevention. Assist with the proper and timely submission of accident/incident reports; receive and review all accident/incident reports and recommend corrective actions.

Provide detailed reports of all accidents/incidents with the Safety Committee. Assist with management of worker’s compensation claims; communicate with third party administrator, employee, and employee supervisor to coordinate light duty work. Function as secondary point of contact with liability carriers, fire departments and all other outside inspectors as related to safety.

Maintain regular and reliable attendance and punctuality. Responsible for other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Excellent communication skills, including training, administrative and people skills. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license with good driving record and proof of current automobile insurance required every six months. Ability to use physical exertion such as standing, walking, bending, & reaching; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Education and experience

1 to 2 years combined experience in loss prevention and occupational safety and health related field; experience in management of a general safety program preferred. Annual certifications required in First Aid and CPR.