JOB SUMMARY 

The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist provides essential, proactive field support management and administration of all safety programs through the Catalina Island Company’s operations across the Island, using their independent judgement and discretion to ensure compliance with safety regulations, policies, and procedures.  They identify when revisions to policies and programs are necessary and make necessary revisions.  Reporting to the Senior Director of Safety, the Safety Officer will play a pivotal role in driving a culture of safety and excellence throughout the company and keeping up with a continually changing regulatory environment involving a plethora of industries. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 
Job duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Assist the Senior Director in maintaining compliance with workplace safety regulations and company policies 

• Comply with and stay current with changes in safety regulations across a variety of industries, including but not limited to: Food and Beverage, Hotels, Amusement Rides/Activities, Motor Tours, Ocean Tours, Harbor operations, and gas stations. 

• Set expectations and provide structure around industry-specific safety requirements with leadership, management, and staff.  

• Support management in encouraging safe work practices, including coordinating programs for safety rewards and disciplinary actions 

• Conduct regular safety audits of all venues, assessing all safety related issues and follow up with management and leadership 

• Conduct or assist with incident investigations to determine root cause, identify corrective actions, and ensure corrective actions are taken 

• Maintain injury and illness prevention program (IIPP) manuals and other required safety programs for management and employees, ensuring accessibility and accuracy 

• Create, prepare and train staff on various site-specific safety practices and procedures 

• Prepare and maintain safety records, such as inspection logs, near-miss reports, completion of training, incident inspections, Cal/OSHA reports 

• Coordinate annual safety compliance inspections alongside the Senior Director to ensure thorough evaluations 

• Support insurance renewal processes and review insurance matters at the request of the Senior Director 

• Oversee disposal of substances according to environmental guidelines 

• Additional duties as assigned. 

 QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelors in occupational health or related field preferred 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in workplace safety, compliance or risk management 

• Maintain valid Driver’s License and passing motor vehicle report for coverage under the company’s authorized drivers’ policy 

• Cal/OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification 

• Broad understanding of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements 

• Experience creating safety documentation 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and ability to learn site-specific technologies 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced guest service environment 

• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment  

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, organization, and problem-solving skills 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills.  

• Current CPR, Basic First Aid, AED and Blood Borne Pathogen certification preferred 

• Ability to understand/speak Spanish is strongly preferred 

DETAILS 
Position Type:   Full Time 

This role would require you to relocated and reside on Catalina Island.   

HOUSING  

The Catalina Island Company offers housing as an option for eligible employees at a subsidized rate.  Employees are responsible for paying a portion of the housing cost, typically deducted through payroll.   

PAY TRANSPARENCY 
The pay scale for this position is $80,000-$100,000, based upon experience. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Full time, hours may vary, weekend work may be required 

• On-site on Santa Catalina Island 

• Working both inside and outside, subject to various temperature and weather conditions 

• Must be willing to travel across the island 

• Must be comfortable and able to stand and walk for up to 6-8 hours per day 

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs 

• Requires dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity 

• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, management and staff 

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations 

BENEFITS 

We offer competitive pay with a comprehensive benefit plans, including health, dental, vision, life, vacation, 401K with match, and paid time off.