Risk Management/OEM Specialist

Taos County, NM - Taos, NM

Full-time - Entry Level

Taos, NM

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Risk Management/OEM Specialist performs a variety of technical administrative and oversight duties related to planning, organizing, and coordinating the effective and efficient development, implementation, and maintenance of county-wide safety programs. This position is under the general supervision of the Emergency Management Director. The specialist is responsible for planning, preparing, updating, and documenting emergency response plans and participates on the emergency response team to coordinate and develop plans and training for effective deployment of resources.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate county-wide safety programs such as the Risk Awareness Program (RAP) in accordance with NM Counties guidelines.
• Facilitate safety committee meetings held monthly to formulate and convey county safety policy and guidelines.
• Assist departments in the development of specific safety guidelines for unique work functions.
• Review department reports related to safety practices, incidents, and concerns.
• Investigate worker's compensation claims in coordination with the Legal Department and NM Counties.
• Report, monitor, and track all worker's compensation claims.
• Maintain communication with employees and departments for timely return to work plans.
• Develop exit routes, emergency action plans, and fire prevention plans.
• Conduct required site safety inspections of county-owned properties, work sites, and equipment.
• Prepare and process all supplemental reports to NM Counties, OSHA, State, or other agencies as required.
• Schedule and coordinate all safety-related training for Taos County staff.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and coordination of emergency management programs.
• Assist in the management of emergency planning grant programs for the County.
• Attend and participate in local, state, and federal emergency management activities.
• Assist in the assessment of training records of all County personnel regarding the National Incident Management System.
• Assist as department purchasing agent to process requests for purchases and requisitions.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of specialized training related to safety management.
• Ability to read and write English to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals.
• Must have (or obtain within 3-months from the date of hire) and maintain a current, valid State of New Mexico driver's license.
• Must be or become a certified Emergency Management Specialist.
• Must successfully complete all Taos County-required safety and other training within required timeframes.

Nice-to-haves

• Three (3) years of experience performing related duties.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish).

Benefits

• Full-time employment status.
• Exempt from overtime policies under the Fair Labor Standards Act.