Safety Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nashville/jobs/newprint/5038539) Apply  Safety Specialist Salary $83,250.00 Annually Location Nashville, TN Job Type Full-Time Civil Service Job Number 26013E Department Human Resources Opening Date 08/12/2025 Closing Date 8/24/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description Under the direct supervision of the Metro Safety Administrator, in the Human Resources Department, the Safety Specialist assists in the administration of the Safety and Injury on Duty (IOD) program throughout Metro Nashville Government. This position will require fieldwork to be performed on a daily basis with Metro departments. Metro Nashville Government is an employer of choice in one of the most exciting and fastest-growing cities in the nation. Metro Human Resources is committed to assisting our customers—our 10,000+ employees, pensioners/retirees, and external vendors/service providers. Our goals are to recruit, train, and retain a highly-qualified and diverse municipal workforce, provide opportunities that promote professional development, and to foster a safe, healthy, and productive work environment that will allow us to provide quality services to the public. Typical Duties + Assists the Safety Administrator with Metro’s Safety and Injury-on-Duty (IOD) programs. + Ensures Metro-wide compliance with Civil Service Rules, Benefit Board Rules, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) / Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA), and other related federal and state statutes. + Assists in overseeing vendors providing IOD services related to occupational medicine delivery, third-party claims administration, medical, and vocational case management. + Consults with department safety coordinators in identifying potential hazards, provides assistance regarding additional safety precautions that would protect employees, and prevents future injuries and claims. + Contributes to the development of policies and procedures relating to Safety and the IOD program. + Provides department safety coordinators with guidance on IOD claims, including intake, setup, reporting to the vendor, documentation, the direction of care, and return to work. + Participates in the development and oversight of a Metro-wide return to work program for IOD employees. + Acts as a liaison between Human Resources, injured employees, managers/supervisors, safety managers, third-party administrator, and the Civil Service Commission and Benefit Board. + Counsels managers, supervisors, and line employees regarding IOD and Safety-related policies, procedures, rules, laws, and regulations. + Audits health and safety programs throughout Metro departments. + Conducts inspections and follow-up inspections of facilities and work activities, to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance. + Supports vendors and departmental safety staff related to accident investigation, medical treatment, benefit delivery, and return-to-work. + Point of contact for IOD and safety related inquiries. + Assists department safety coordinators with completing the more complex claims. + Maintains records of injuries provided by IOD Administration vendor and provides department safety coordinators with data via the Safety SharePoint site, shared drive, interpretation of IOD data, and identifies abatement responses to the cause of injuries. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of industrial/occupational safety experience. *Industrial/occupational safety experience refers to the knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through work activities focused on preventing workplace injuries, illnesses, and accidents. It involves understanding and applying safety principles, risk assessment techniques, and control measures to create a safe and healthy work environment. . *Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education." LICENSE REQUIRED: Valid Driver License Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply. Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government. Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Experience as an Occupational Safety Professional + Experience in manufacturing/industrial environment, and be certified as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) + Experience administering the drug and alcohol testing program + Experience managing Injury-On-Duty (IOD) or similar Workers' Compensation program + Current Safety-related certifications such as: Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH),Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST), OSHA Authorized Trainer in General Industry or Construction We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640. Full-time, Civil Service positions - 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service) 1 Sick Day per month 12 Paid Holidays per year Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions - 20 vacation days per year 3 Personal days per year 1 Sick Day per month 12 paid holidays per year Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information. Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered. 01 Do you have a valid Driver License? + Yes + No 02 What is the highest level of education you have completed? + No diploma + High School Diploma or Equivalent or equivalent + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree 03 How many years of industrial/occupational safety experience do you have? + None + One to Two years + Three to Four years + Five to Six years + Seven to Eight years + Nine or more years 04 Briefly describe your industrial/occupational safety experience. If none "n/a" 05 Indicate any safety related certification you currently hold. + None + Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) + Associate Safety Professional (ASP) + Certified Safety Professional (CSP) + Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) + Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) + OSHA Authorized Trainer in General Industry or Construction 06 Briefly describe your experience working with a drug and alcohol testing program or an occupational injury program (i.e. workers' compensation program). If none "n/a" Required Question Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County Address Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210 Phone (615) 862-6640 Website http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email