Safety & Loss Control Consultant

Position Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in Safety/Loss Control capacity or two to five years safety-engineering school/loss control training preferably in the insurance industry.
• Strong technical knowledge in services such as hazard assessments, fire protection, liability exposures, workers compensation, OSHA and loss prevention techniques.
• Experience and aptitude in exposure analysis to determine desirability of risks and knowledge of risk management concepts.
• Demonstrated time management skills with a solid ability to anticipate needs, exercise independent judgement and manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently.
• Exceptional orientation to detail, analytical problem-solving abilities and organizational skills with the ability to develop and obtain goals.
• Ability to verbally communicate complex technical information in a conversational style to owners/CEOs, managers, supervisors, and front-line employees. Comfortable with public speaking.
• Strong business and technical writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, properly insured personal vehicle—this position will require daily travel throughout Maine and occasionally other states in New England.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Evaluate/monitor safety and risk management programs, management, and overall insurability of existing and prospective clients.
• Provide recommendations for risk improvement and loss reduction.
• Conduct facility hazard assessments and accident investigations for root cause.
• Lead/coordinate implementation of key safety, loss prevention, and cost containment programs through direct interaction and follow-up with clients’ safety managers and other senior management.
• Provide exposure specific safety training programs to clients’ employees and supervisors such as Body Mechanics, Ergonomics, Bloodborne Pathogens, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Powered Industrial Trucks, Defensive Driving.
• Develop and maintain an image of corporate excellence and teamwork with emphasis on professional and credible customer service and company relations.
• Competent use of Microsoft Office products and databases.
• Must be willing and capable of continually striving to upgrade skills and knowledge that benefit Cross Insurance TPA and its clients through on-the-job training and third-party certifications, designations, etc.
• Implement behavior-based safety programs.

Physical Requirements: Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, driving. Work requires considerable physical effort during facility inspections and accident investigations. Must be capable of lifting and carrying 30 pounds on a regular basis, climb ladders, catwalks, and stairs. Ability to wear all PPE required at client locations/jobsites.

Compensation & Benefits: The base salary range for this role is $50,000–$70,000 annually.  Actual compensation will be based on factors including location, skills, experience, and internal equity.  Cross Insurance offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: Medical; Dental; Vision; Life / AD&D; Short and Long-Term Disability; 401k (with match); HSA/FSA/DCA options; Paid Time Off; and more.