Summary:

The Director of Safety is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the organizational safety management plan, including the identification of risk and mitigation strategies, and the development of policies, procedures, and processes. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, incorporation of appropriate industry standards and best practices. The Director of Safety will drive a culture of safety, continuous improvement of safety performance and risk mitigation across all business units. This role will also oversee the development and facilitation of safety training and partner with business area leaders to ensure safety measures are incorporated into specific task training initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a scalable safety management organizational strategy.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, provincial, and federal safety regulations, including but not limited to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Environmental Protection Agency and associated and incorporated agencies.

• Collect critical data and records, develop safety performance metrics, and analyze trends, to further risk mitigation measures and ensure a healthy culture, which includes facilitating the conducting of inspections, audits.

• Support leadership in the investigation of accidents and incidents, assist in the identification of areas of improvements, and the implementation of corrective actions.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on safety-related issues and regulations, providing leadership and direction on safety initiatives and programs.

• Design and implement comprehensive safety training programs for employees at all levels.

• Provide coaching and support to managers and employees on safety practices.

• Lead and mentor a team of safety professionals, providing guidance and performance feedback.

• Allocate resources effectively to meet safety objectives.

• Prepare and present safety performance reports to senior leadership and regulatory agencies.

• Stay up to date on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.

• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance through innovative scalable approaches and integration of best practices.

• Lead safety initiatives, driving organizational culture that incorporates safety as a foundational pillar.

Competencies Summarized:

• Leadership and Vision: Ability to develop and implement safety strategies aligned with organizational goals, and to inspire teams to prioritize safety.

• Safety Expertise: Deep knowledge of safety regulations, risk management, and incident investigation to ensure compliance and improve safety outcomes.

• Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate safety initiatives effectively across all levels of the organization and to deliver impactful training.

• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing safety data, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions to enhance safety performance.

• Team Leadership and Development: Capability to lead, mentor, and develop the safety team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Education, Experience and Other Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field; master’s degree preferred or relevant experience.

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in progressive safety management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Dedicated to business and allow flexibility with work hours if necessary, covering weekend and evening hours as needed.

• Minimum travel

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Performing tasks using a computer daily.

• Repetitive processing steps.

• Maintain confidentiality of customer’s information.

• Always willing to adapt to change and keep an open mind to training.

• Consistent regular scheduled attendance is an essential function of this job.

FLSA Status:

• Non-Exempt

The associate in this role must perform the above essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties, and this description is not an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.