Health and Safety Officer

Health and Safety Officer

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from interested qualified team oriented individuals for the Non-Bargaining 35 hr full time position of Health and Safety Officer. The position reporting directly to the Superintendent of Business and Treasurer is expected to begin as soon as possible.

This posting is for one of two Health and Safety Officers who are jointly responsible for facilitating the development implementation administration and maintenance of the Boards Occupational Health and Safety policies and programs across all sites. The Health and Safety Officers ensure that the Board complies with all applicable legislation guidelines and standards regarding Occupational Health and Safety with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable measures are taken to protect the health and safety of all staff students and the general public. The Health and Safety Officers advise on safety standards regulations and legislative compliance and make recommendations to improve the health and safety of our employees.

Job Summary:

POSITION: Health and Safety Officer

START DATE: ASAP

LOCATION: Facility Services

SALARY: $100791 to $118573

What we offer:

• Extensive benefits
• Enrolment in a defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System
  (OMERS)
• Staff Wellness Resources
• EAP Program
• Competitive vacation days; plus additional two-week paid Winter Break.

Nature & Scope of Position:

Work collaboratively with the Boards current Health and Safety Officer to:

• Maintain develop and update Board procedures programs and best management practices necessary for compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act associated regulations and other legislation applicable to the education sector.

• Administer the Boards Health & Safety policies procedures and programs in co-operation with members of the Boards administration and staff.

• Provide timely and accurate information regarding health and safety issues policies and best practices.

• Liaise and act as a resource to Board employees Principals Supervisors Senior Administration and regulatory agencies (e.g. Ministry of Labour Public Health Ministry of the Environment Fire and Police Departments etc.).

• Ensure existence and functionality of the Boards Joint Health and Safety Committees.

• Act as an advisor to the Boards Joint Health & Safety Committees ensuring compliance with monthly inspections and quarterly meetings consultation on new programs and processes training for committee members and co-ordination of responses to concerns.

• Assist with the development and delivery of employee training programs as required by legislation Board policy and training on specialized health and safety topics (e.g. New hire orientation asbestos first air CPR WHMIS inspections ergonomics etc.).

• Develop safe work procedures/practices for specific job and process functions.

• Perform on site safety audits and inspection of schools and buildings evaluate performance identify unsafe work conditions practices and procedures recommend corrective action and implement follow-up assessments. Work with site staff to mitigate job site risks and develop response measures to remediate the issues.

• Develop and co-ordinate legislatively required inspections of all facilities and equipment for compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation and guidelines (e.g. annual lifting device inspections etc.)

• Coordinate required testing to identify and address potential hazards.

• Assist in the development of emergency plans to manage internal and external emergencies of a localized and/or system-wide nature.

• Respond to and provide consultation and support for incidents/accidents critical injury investigations work refusals work stoppages and investigation of unsafe working conditions.

• Support and collaborate with Wellness Officers to manage WSIB claims and reduce accident frequency and severity levels by improving health and safety practices.

• Assist in the maintenance of the On-Line Incident Reporting Tool ensuring data is complete and submissions and responses are completed in a timely manner. Ensure responses are thorough and complete. Prepare reports highlighting to management trends and areas of concern etc.

• Collaborate with members of the Facility Services department Human Resources department Superintendent of Education Student Well-being and other departments within the Board to promote and maintain a psychologically healthy and safe workplace.

• Maintenance of the Boards Workplace Violence Program.

• Maintain the Boards WHMIS and Personal Protective Equipment programs.

• Promote the health safety and well-being of all employees.

• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair inclusive anti-racist environment for all stakeholders and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.

• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Business and Treasurer.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary diploma or degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.

• A minimum of five (5) years experience related to Health and Safety.

• CRSP (Certified Registered Safety Professional) CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHSC (Certified Health and Safety Consultant) designation or working towards that designation is preferred.

• Demonstrated high degree of communication (both verbal and written) public relations leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Minimum five years of experience in health and safety preferably within education sector; experience in a unionized environment preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation including a thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act its regulations and other pertinent legislation relating to safety e.g. EPA Safe Drinking Water Act Fire Code AODA etc.

• Strong research analytical problem-solving strategic thinking and communication skills.

• Proven experience building collaborative working relationships and providing exemplary service to a diverse group of internal and external teams departments and individuals.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word Excel PowerPoint).

• Must have access to transportation throughout Windsor and Essex County.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing giving full particulars as to education qualifications and experience by visiting no later than4:00PM on Friday October 17 2025.Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number3982445(under Management and Professionals). In support of the Boards Indigenous Protocol applicants of First Nations Métis and Inuit descent may apply to.In support of the Boards Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy applicants who identify as Black may apply to.No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates.

Kari Bryant Superintendent of Human Resources
Greater Essex County District School Board
451 Park Street West Box 210
Windsor ON N9A 6K1

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity including
but not limited to:

• First Nations Métis and Inuit peoples and all other Indigenous peoples;
  members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race ancestry colour religion and/or spiritual beliefs or place of origin;
  
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
  
• persons who identify as women; and
  
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations gender identities and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore equity diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such is committed to providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further should you be selected to proceed in the hiring process please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate