Health & Safety Officer

Posted on: Mar 6, 2026

Posted by: Flagstaff County

Summary

Flagstaff County is seeking a knowledgeable, proactive, and strategic professional to serve as our Health & Safety Officer. This position plays a critical leadership role in fostering a safe and compliant workplace across the organization.

In addition to leading the County’s occupational health and safety program, the successful candidate will also serve as the County’s designated Director of Emergency Management (DEM), responsible for overseeing municipal emergency preparedness, planning, and regulatory compliance.

If you are passionate about workplace safety, risk management, and community resilience, this is an opportunity to make meaningful impact in a progressive rural municipality.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and monitor the Health and Safety Program to ensure compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Codes, as well as other applicable legislation.
Ensure adherence to the Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association (AMHSA) audit by overseeing:
Safety Rules
Hazard Identification, Assessment, and Control
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safe Work Practices and Job Procedures
Preventive Maintenance
Formal Workplace Inspections
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Incident Reporting and Investigation
Violence and Harassment Prevention
Assist in developing short- and long-term strategic plans for health and safety by evaluating current initiatives, identifying needs, and incorporating input from management, supervisors, and employees.
Prepare, monitor, and manage the annual Health and Safety Program budget as outlined in the approved business plan.
Lead initiatives to maintain the County’s Certificate of Recognition (COR) and actively participate in the Partnership in Injury Reduction (PIR) Program.
Coordinate and prepare agendas for Health and Safety committee meetings across the organization to ensure compliance with legislation and PIR/COR requirements.
Serve as the County’s designated Director of Emergency Management (DEM), overseeing emergency planning, risk assessment, training compliance, exercises, reporting, and continuous improvement in accordance with provincial legislation and AEMA requirements.

Requirements

Minimum three (3) years of Occupational Health and Safety experience, including experience in investigations.
Comprehensive understanding of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and standards.
Certification in Occupational Health and Safety.
Possession of or ability to obtain a Certified Peer Health and Safety Auditor certificate (an asset).
Instructor certification for Health and Safety Program training requirements.
Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License.
Required or willing to obtain DEM , BEM and ICS 100/200/300 training.
Experience in emergency planning, risk assessment, or municipal emergency management
Knowledge of AEMA reporting requirements

Job Type

Full time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$86,951.90 - $106,939.86 annually

Closing Date

March 13, 2026

Posting ID: 37421

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