The Senior Administrator-Safety designs, develops, implements, and oversees the organization’s health and safety programs (work environment), policies, and procedures to safeguard associates and surrounding communities to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with current and future OSHA, EPA, ADA, DOL, and DOT regulations and laws. This position also partners with the company’s Field Services & Outside Plant Construction groups and serves as the subject matter expert (SME) on current safety training requirements of our field associates, including processes, safety equipment such as fire suppression, and video surveillance. It is further responsible for the evaluating the effectiveness of current standards and procedures.

This position targets opportunities for mitigating risks and creating efficiencies related to safety procedures throughout the organization. It designs and oversees the roll-out of emergency response strategies and manages the administration of and coordination of safety supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) to the organization. 

The pay range listed for this position represents the low and high end of the base compensation range. The actual offer amount will carefully consider multiple factors, such as relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, location and/or competencies that align with the specified role.  Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses and equity awards. 

TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Metrocom/TDS) is a leading provider of fiber internet service. With more than 50 years of experience, the communications company is building and deploying new, fiber optic networks in neighborhoods across the country to deliver up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds to homes and up to 10 Gigabit internet speeds to businesses. In addition, TDS provides innovative TV entertainment and advanced phone services. Visit tdsfiber.com to learn more.  
 
TDS provides communications services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the United States. The company employs 3,400 people nationwide and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS Inc.), [NYSE: TDS]. Founded in 1969, Telephone and Data Systems provides wireless, broadband, video and voice services to approximately 6 million connections nationwide through its businesses: UScellular and TDS Telecom. Visit tdsinc.com for more information.   

• Plan, manage, develop, and implement best practice safety programs. This includes written safety programs, proactive development of safety agenda topics for team meetings, and coordination of safety training for field associates (e.g., Safety training course, outdoor heat exposure, fall protection, etc.). Complete field audits and inspections to ensure compliance with department policy and government regulations.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and unsafe equipment, working practices, or working conditions. Research, select, and standardize new safety equipment with continued monitoring. May implement hazardous waste control and disposal activities including training, collection, disposal, and records maintenance, as well as conservation programs within the organization as the result of audit, inspection and/or research. Promote safety and health awareness through internal communications, newsletters, and training.
• Manage the company’s DOT program in conjunction with TDS Fleet Department, including coordination of DOT driver requirements through an approved vendor.
• Review injury/illness and non-injury incident reports to identify root causes and recommend solutions. This could include investigation of accidents, completion or verification of accident reports, and liaison with specialists and health and safety authorities to identify the causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence.
• Manage emergency action plans. Ensure inventory of all safety related items by facility location (i.e. first aid supplies, etc.).
• Monitor, update and manage safety policies within the Safety Handbook to ensure a safe workplace environment which is compliant with OSHA, EPA, and applicable city, county, state, and federal safety and health regulations. Understand federal and state occupational safety and health regulations and monitor regulatory changes as they occur; and maintain safety resources. Work closely with the Leave Administration Team to monitor lost-time injuries/illnesses and worker’s compensation claims.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree or 4+ years’ professional work experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in a safety-sensitive position -OR- 2+ years experience in safety and security program management.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or commitment to obtain the same.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, First Aid, and Ergonomics.
• Facilities background a plus.
• A current CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a safety science-related discipline is a plus.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to make difficult decisions concerning complex issues, often in areas where there is no precedent.
• Ability to organize priorities to achieve maximum performance in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to multi-task a variety of projects with diverse groups.

Do you meet all of the Required Qualifications, but aren't sure if your experience meets the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that some candidates may not apply for jobs unless they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications, when, in fact, they have the skills and experience to be successful in the role!  Experience and skills come in many different forms and may not always look identical to what we have on paper, but still lead to success in the role. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have what it takes to be successful in the position, apply today! 

Benefits

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off benefits such as vacation (15 days accrued per year for full-time; pro-rated for part-time associates working between 20-39 hours), sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates), seven paid national holidays and one floating holiday, paid parental leave (2 weeks after 12 months of employment), among others.  Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage is also available for associates working 30 or more hours per week and Education Assistance is available to full-time associates.  Associates scheduled to work under twenty hours per week or for a limited term (i.e. interns) are eligible for medical coverage, the 401(k) plan (if 18 or older), as well as sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates). For more detail on the benefits we offer click here.

At TDS, we embrace Equal Employment Opportunity by valuing our differences and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by law. To learn about our diversity & inclusion philosophy and culture, click here!