Safety Management Consultant or Sr. Safety Management Consultant

Safety Management Consultant

Position Summary:

The Safety Management Consultant provides risk evaluation and safety consultation services to internal and external stakeholders. This role supports the reduction of work-related injuries and workers' compensation costs by promoting safety culture, conducting risk assessments, identifying/delivering training, and recommendations for hazard control and risk improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives; adheres to department policies, procedures, quality, and safety standards as applicable, and consistently exhibits Chesapeake's Values and Behaviors.
• Participates in on-site visits with assigned accounts to identify exposures, hazards, and appropriate control methods.
• Completes annual professional development with a focus on expanding knowledge base of the risk hazards of assigned book of business.
• Assists customers in improving safety culture and adapting business practices focused on managing workplace safety and health risks.
• Performs risk evaluations on assigned accounts in a thorough and timely manner and documents findings in accordance with department operating guidelines.
• Analyzes loss data and uses findings to support safety recommendations aimed at reducing accident frequency and severity.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to address customer matters and share relevant safety information.
• Conducts training for internal and external stakeholders on hazards, safety, and risk improvement
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with customers and agents (where applicable).
• Provides non-complex Industrial Hygiene services, including assessments related to noise, , and ergonomics.
• Participates in Corporate, customer, or Safety Servies Department activities as assigned
• Operates a motor vehicle and travels to policyholder locations as required.
• Other duties and project work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of health and safety issues, OSHA standards, and risk management principles
• Ability to work independently with strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to analyze data and apply findings to practical safety recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to travel within Maryland and the surroundings states and drive for extended periods of time.
• Ability to identify when appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required prior to entering a work site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) to four (4) years of safety management, safety consultation, or related experience.
• Alternatively, relevant certification and seven (7) years of insurance-related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effectively utilizes technologies and tools, including Microsoft 365 and role-specific platforms, to support productivity and efficient work practices .
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for field work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional safety or insurance certification (e.g., CSP, WCP, CIH, ARM, CPCU)
• Experience conducting safety training or consulting for policyholders
• Bilingual skills encouraged.

Physical Demands:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the teammate is regularly required to sit, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The teammate is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The teammate may occasionally lift up-to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required, which include, close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

When in office, able to work in an office environment where the noise level is moderate.

SALARY

$64,605-$96,907 (per year, commensurate with experience)

Senior Safety Management Consultant

Position Summary:

The Senior Safety Management Consultant provides advanced occupational safety and health evaluations and safety consultation services to internal and external stakeholders. This role independently supports larger, more complex, higher-risk accounts; delivers technical expertise; mentors other consultants; and supports internal decision-making and workplace safety performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives; adheres to department policies, procedures, quality, and safety standards as applicable, and consistently exhibits Chesapeake's Values and Behaviors.
• Performs risk evaluations on assigned accounts in a thorough and timely manner and documents findings in accordance with department operating guidelines.
• Analyzes loss data and uses findings to support recommendations aimed at reducing accident frequency and severity.
• Assists customers in improving safety culture and adapting business practices focused on managing workplace safety and health risks.
• Develops comprehensive service and safety plans for assigned accounts.
• Provides training, mentoring, and orientation support to less senior consultants and other department teammates.
• Delivers technical consultation and training to policyholders and internal partners in areas of expertise.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with customers and agents (where applicable).
• Provides non-complex Industrial Hygiene services, including assessments related to noise, and ergonomics.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to address customer matters and share relevant safety information.
• Manages special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
• Operates a motor vehicle and travels to policyholder locations as required.
• Other duties and project work as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of workplace safety, risk management principles, and applicable regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA, DOT, NIOSH, ANSI).
• Demonstrated technical expertise in loss control, safety consultation, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to analyze complex data and loss trends and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing a complex, field-based workload.
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and provide technical guidance to peers.
• Effectively utilizes technologies and tools, including Microsoft 365 and role-specific platforms, to support productivity and efficient work practices.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Maryland and the surrounding states and drive for extended periods of time.
• Ability to identify when appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required prior to entering a work site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in ergonomics, safety management, safety engineering, or a related field.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of loss control or safety consultation experience, preferably with a commercial insurance carrier.
• Professional certification in the safety or insurance field (e.g., CSP, CIH, ARM, PE, WCP, CPCU) required.
• Alternatively, relevant certification/designations and ten (10) years of insurance-related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for field work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience servicing large, complex, or multi-location accounts
• Bilingual skills encouraged.

Physical Demands:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the teammate is regularly required to sit, use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The teammate is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The teammate may occasionally lift up-to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required, which include, close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

When in office, able to work in an office environment where the noise level is moderate.

SALARY

$75,358-$113,043 (per year, commensurate with experience)

What We Offer
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental coverage, a robust PTO plan, an 8% employer contribution to retirement regardless of team member contribution, educational assistance, and opportunities to participate in team member appreciation events. Additionally, we provide STD, LTD and group life insurance 1X a team members salary. You'll also enjoy free tickets to community attractions, all part of our commitment to providing a high quality of work life. You will have the flexibility to thrive in a hybrid work environment and an opportunity to participate in development and volunteer programs.