POSITION SUMMARY: To support, the District employee and student base via training, investigations and recommendations in order to achieve optimal safety and loss prevention goals and initiatives.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education – Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution.

Experience: Minimum three years of verifiable experience, and/or an equivalent combination of education and training with loss prevention, occupational health, and safety programs.

Computer Skills: Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position. Experience in data entry and Microsoft Suite.

Certificates and/or Licenses: Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license and the ability to drive. Possess Florida All Lines Adjuster License or the ability to obtain one once employed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Heat: The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures are above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour.

Indoors/Outdoors: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

Noise: The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: NOTE:

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in a position allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Employees hired for this position must be capable of performing the essential functions of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation.

Manifest a professional code of ethics and values at all times.
Support activities designed to achieve priority goals identified through the Districts strategic plan.
Coordinate, provide and evaluate safety training and initiatives for designated employees.
Serve as a resource to school and department staff on matters of safety to assist with solving problems that may interfere with meeting those needs.
Communicate with school and department leadership staff to ensure compliance with safety initiatives, implementation of corrective actions, and timely reporting of all safety infractions where applicable.
Establish and evaluate loss prevention and safety programs.
Provide support to Site Safety Committees to ensure compliance, promote safety education and accident prevention.
Serve as a liaison to Site Safety Committees, make recommendations and assist with coordinating site related repairs to prevent hazards and loss exposures.
Investigate, report, and monitor accident/incident claims for resolution to include students, visitors, property, theft/burglary, vandalism and general liability.
Investigate, report and monitor vehicle accident/incident claims for resolution, to include school buses, white fleet, golf carts and third-party claims.
Investigate all claim exposures to determine liability and fiscal impact to the District.
Serve as a liaison for claim processing with Third-Party Administrator to ensure proactive measures are taken for timely payments, adequate reserves and file closures.
Maintain and update the District Fuel Spill Response Plan.
Maintain and update the District Safety and Loss Prevention Program manual.
Assist in monitoring, quality control and staff safety training for District playgrounds as it relates to risk exposures and claim management.
Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

This position typically requires certain knowledge, skills, aptitude, training, and previous experience. Example(s):

Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Collaborative Nature – Ability to work with others in a collaborative format to achieve common goals.
Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing. Exhibit good listening and comprehension skills. Keep others informed. Select and use appropriate communication methods.
Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend technical topics and specialized information.
Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations in a timely manner.

Marion County Public Schools

Risk & Safety Inspector

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