Description
SUMMARY
This is a new position starting in January 2026. The Safety Manager is responsible for the District’s Safety Program. This includes the development and implementation of Illinois State OSHA required programs along with District policies that align with its Risk Pool initiatives. Implements programs to enhance the safety culture. Develops, implements and audits programs and policies. Conducts safety focused job task analysis throughout the District. Develops and implements effective facility and equipment inspection programs, analyzes potential loss situations and make recommendations for change. Conducts a wide variety of safety related inspections. Implements the District’s Hearing Conservation Program including annual sound level testing and audiograms. Maintains the District’s Emergency Response Plan and Business Resumption Plan. Oversees the Annual Hazardous Chemical Review process. Administers the District’s Respirator Program. Serves as the District’s AED Plan coordinator. Performs supervision, evaluation, training, and recruitment of assigned staff. Drives a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations. Performs tasks that require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting. Performs lifting tasks up to 50 pounds.
HOW TO APPLY AND APPLICATION DEADLINES
Interest in Forest Preserve employment can only be expressed by submitting a Forest Preserve Employment Application. Applications are accepted online at www.LCFPD.org. Positions are open until filled.
ABOUT LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, IMRF pension plan, and paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
As principal guardian of Lake County’s open spaces and natural areas since 1958, we manage more than 31,200 acres of land and offer innovative educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities for all people. Visitors of all ages can enjoy over 209 miles of trail for a variety of outdoor recreation uses, ponds and lakes for fishing, public golf courses, historical and cultural venues, public access to the Fox River and Lake Michigan, and award-winning nature and history education programs and events.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Business Administration, Park and Recreation Administration, Industrial Engineering or equivalent. Five years’ experience in the administration of risk management programs, in a non-manufacturing, grounds maintenance, parks and recreation, or natural resource focused industry including identifying and measuring risk exposures, developing methods for controlling risks and preventing losses. Two years’ supervisory experience. Specialized training in the management of various safety related programs, including Principles of Occupational Safety and Health or Certified Safety Professional designation. Analytical skills necessary to evaluate and decide alternative courses of action in relation to Risk Management situations. Possess valid driver’s license.
