Salary : $9,436.27 - $11,103.73 Monthly
Location : 250 A Street, Springfield OR, 97477
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 86
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description
Springfield Utility Board is recruiting for a Safety Program Manager

DIVISION: General Management

REPORTS TO: Human Resources Manager

STATUS/HOURS: Exempt / Non-Union / Full Time / M - F / 8:00 - 5:00

HOURLY RANGE: $54.44/hr. - $64.06/hr. (position will start at $54.44/hr.)

POSTING DATE: Monday, August 10, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Monday, August 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
JOB DESCRIPTION

Please visit our website at to read the Safety Program Manager job description prior to applying for this position, to learn the Major Responsibilities of the position and the required Minimum Qualifications. The job description also lists the Physical and Mental Requirements for the position.

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in safety administration within an electric utility, water utility, or closely related industry.
• Public sector experience preferred.
• Experience leading tailboards, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and emergency operations procedures.
• Experience working directly with or supporting field crews, demonstrating credibility and a strong understanding of operational work groups.

Education/Licenses/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Hygiene, Public Administration, or a related field. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an associate degree and eight (8) years of experience in safety administration within an electric utility, water utility, or closely related industry may be substituted.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid Oregon driver's license is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Safety Training, OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training, OSHA 7505: Introduction to Accident Investigation, ICS 100 and IS 700 certifications are required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire.
• Professional safety certifications such as Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP) are preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification as a CPR/First Aid Trainer, Forklift Trainer, and other certifications as identified by the organization.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS

The following application materials are required:

1. Applications can be submitted online at:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

What to Expect from our Selection Process

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, qualifications, experience, education and training. Information related to education, certification/licensures and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit. Avoid referencing your resume in the job duties section of the application. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. The selection process varies according to the position and can include but is not limited to supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, interviews, and job-specific assessment processes. All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment Law. In addition, reference checks, driving record checks and criminal background checks may be required dependent on the position. Specific positions also require applicants to have an Oregon driver's license, physical examination and/or a drug test prior to employment.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Competitive Paid Time Off Plan
• Yearly Cost of Living Increase - Subject To Board Approval

01

Do you have six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in safety program administration within an electric utility, water utility, or closely related industry?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain your experience in safety program administration. If not applicable, mark N/A.
03

Do you have experience working in the public sector?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain your public sector work experience. If not applicable, mark N/A.
05

Which of the following do you have experience leading? (Select all that apply)

• Tailboards/ pre-job safety meetings
• Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
• Emergency operations procedures or emergency response activities
• None of the above

06

Please describe your experience leading or facilitating tailboards, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and/or emergency operations procedures. If not applicable, mark N/A.
07

Do you have experience working directly with or supporting field crews, demonstrating credibility and a strong understanding of operational work groups?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain your experience working directly with or supporting field crews, demonstrating credibility and a strong understanding of operational work groups and the approximate number of employees you supported. If not applicable, mark N/A.
09

Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Health/Safety, Risk Management, Industrial Hygiene, Public Administration, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered yes to the previous question, please list your degree and where you received it from.
11

If you do not possess a bachelor's degree, do you have an associate degree and at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in safety program administration within an electric utility, water utility, or closely related industry?

• Yes
• No
• I possess a bachelor's degree

12

If you answered yes to the previous question, please list your degree and explain your years of experience. If not applicable, mark N/A.
13

Do you have a valid driver's license or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire?

• Yes
• No

14

Please select the required certifications that you currently possess. (Select all that apply)

• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Training
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training
• OSHA 7505: Introduction to Accident Investigation
• ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System
• IS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• I do not currently hold any of the above certifications but have the ability to obtain with six (6) months of hire.

15

Which professional safety certifications do you currently hold? (select all that apply)

• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Loss Control Professional (CLCP)
• Other professional safety certification
• None of the above

16

Please list any additional safety certifications, licenses, or specialized safety training you currently hold that may be relevant to this position.
17

Are you willing and able to obtain CPR/First Aid Trainer, Forklift Trainer, and other safety-related certifications identified as necessary by the organization?

• Yes
• No

Required Question