Safety and Risk Management Coordinator

Job Status: 
Open - open and accepting applications
Job Closing Date: 
Monday, September 15, 2025 - 5:00pm

The City of Hermiston is seeking an experienced Safety & Risk Management Coordinator to join our team and play a key role in ensuring safe and healthy workplaces across a variety of government facilities.

In this role, you will provide guidance and support in the areas of workplace safety, risk management, and hazard assessment. You will work collaboratively with departments to develop, implement, and monitor safety programs that protect employees and foster a culture of safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and support on workplace safety policies and practices.
  • Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and audits to identify and mitigate hazards.
  • Develop and implement safety training programs for employees.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
  • Partner with departments and staff to build a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in a safety-related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, occupational health, or a related field (strongly preferred).
  • Solid knowledge of safety regulations and risk management best practices.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

This is a full-time salaried position. The salary range is $72,288 - $87,948/yr DEQ.  The City of Hermiston offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oregon; enrollment in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (the city "picks-up" the 6% employee contribution), Life Insurance, paid Holidays and a generous paid vacation and sick leave package.  

Please review the full job description and desired qualifications prior to applying.

Interested candidates must submit a City of Hermiston Employment Application,  Cover Letter, Resume, including three professional references to the City of Hermiston, Attn:  Human Resources, 180 NE 2nd Street, Hermiston, OR 97838 or via email to:  hr@hermiston.gov 

First review of applicants:  September15, 2025.

Position will remain open until filled.