Coordinator of Safety and Risk

The Arc Erie County NY is a leading nonprofit supporting people with developmental & intellectual disabilities across Western New York, through innovative residential, educational, clinical and employment services.  Proudly celebrating our 75^th anniversary, we remain committed to empowering individuals and building inclusive communities.

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Coordinator of Safety & Risk

Help create a safer, stronger organization!

$60,000–$70,000/year | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

The Arc Erie County NY is seeking a Coordinator of Safety & Risk to support safety, risk management, and accident-prevention efforts across our organization.

This is an opportunity for a safety-minded professional who can identify potential risks, analyze trends, develop practical solutions, and work collaboratively with teams throughout the agency.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

• Coordinate agency-wide safety and risk management initiatives
• Conduct safety inspections and recommend improvements
• Develop and deliver safety and accident-prevention training
• Lead the agency’s Safety Committee
• Review safety data and identify trends and areas of concern
• Participate in accident investigations and recommend preventive measures
• Support emergency preparedness plans and drills
• Assist with insurance and organizational risk-management activities

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Occupational Safety, or a related field

OR

• Five years of experience in Safety and Risk Management within a multi-dimensional organization

Preferred Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates who bring:

• Knowledge of safety and risk management best practices
• Experience developing policies, reports, and safety-related recommendations
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• OSHA or emergency preparedness certifications
• Experience with commercial insurance, safety, or risk management

Make an Organization-Wide Impact

This position offers the opportunity to work across programs, collaborate with organizational leaders, and help develop strategies that protect our employees and the people we support.

Bring your experience to The Arc Erie County and help us continue building a culture where safety comes first!

The Arc Erie County NY is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Affirmative Action Employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.