Posting Date
03/12/26Application Deadline
03/26/26Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $84,375 annuallyJob Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Risk ManagementAbout the Position
If you are passionate about helping people prepare for the unpredictable, join Maricopa County’s Department of Risk Management. We seek an enthusiastic and analytical Risk Control Specialist to develop, coordinate, and conduct safety training, audit fieldwork procedures, conduct injury/vehicle collision investigations, and review field safety surveys to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
In this position, you will review and evaluate work activities and procedures County-wide to advise on safety and loss prevention trends and related safety issues. You will work with a team of risk management professionals, ensuring accurate assessments and administration of risk services to the County.
About Us
Join a dynamic team made up of professionals dedicated to the work of public entity risk management. The Maricopa County Risk Management Department provides administration of an enterprise risk management program, whose aim is to provide a portfolio of risk management services to increase the benefit of opportunity and decrease the cost of risk. Primarily, the RMD serves the County in these three key areas: liability claims administration, risk financing (insurance procurement), and risk management consultation.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance with a hybrid work schedule option
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two years of professional experience in safety, injury/vehicle collision prevention, or occupational health and safety training
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management, Risk Management, Public Administration, or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
Other Requirements
Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
We Also Value
Experience developing, coordinating, and conducting Occupational Safety & Health Safety Training
Experience conducting facility inspections and incident investigations
Job Contributions
Develop and identify occupational safety and health programs based on current trends
Conduct occupational safety and health audits and surveys of employee work practices and County operations
Investigate on-the-job injuries and vehicle accidents to determine the root cause and make recommendations to prevent the recurrence of incidents
Conduct assessments on county field, shop, warehouse, storage, and office facilities to ensure compliance with 29 CFR OSHA 1910 General Industry and 1926 Construction Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards, NFPA fire and life safety codes, and Maricopa County policies
Educate employees through general safety courses, e.g., Fire Extinguisher, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Bloodborne Pathogen, Defensive Driving, etc.
Conduct field safety surveys as required, such as hearing conservation, respiratory protection, and personal protective equipment, and complete all the necessary reports, documentation, and training records
Act as a member of the assigned departments’ Safety Teams/Committees
Coordinate with outside agencies and training contractors on fire safety and emergency issues
Work after-hour callouts for incidents involving severe injuries to employees, damage to County property, or possible County liability
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
Exerting 20 - 25 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration
Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel
The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties & responsibilities, the employee may be exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware
Equipment trailers, box truck & lift gate operation, pick-up truck and sedan vehicle driving, golf cart, basic hand tools, noise dosimetry, sound level meter, heat stress meter, AV projectors, Canva, Samsara vehicle telematics, Origami Risk Management, Adobe Captivate, MS suite including SharePoint.
Protective Equipment Required
Occasional use of a hard hat, hearing protection, respirator, safety glasses, and safety-toe work shoes/boots.
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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