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Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
SAFETY AND LOSS CONTROL MANAGER
(RISK MANAGER)
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The open eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Risk Manager positions within John Wayne Airport or the County of Orange. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 11:59 PM (PST).
JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT
The award-winning John Wayne Airport, Orange County (JWA) has been a major cornerstone of Orange County for more than 100 years. Located in beautiful Southern California, we currently serve approximately 11.7 million annual passengers. We strive to provide a superior guest experience to ensure travel is convenient and stress-free. The County of Orange owns and operates John Wayne Airport, Serving more than three million people within 34 cities and unincorporated areas of Orange County and beyond.
As a medium hub airport, we have commercial flights to more than 40 non-stop destinations in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Eleven commercial airlines and two air cargo airlines fly out of the Airport. It is home to nearly 500 general aviation (private, non-commercial) aircraft, representing 60% of total operations, and includes two full-service fixed base operators and one limited use general aviation facility.- Mission: Connecting People, Places and Opportunities.
- Vision: To be an airport of choice by creating exceptional experiences.
- Core Values: REACH
- R espect
- E nvironmental Stewardship
- A ccountability
- C ollaboration
- H onesty
To learn more about working at John Wayne Airport, click here.To learn more about the County of Orange, click here.
AIRPORT OPERATIONS DIVISION
The Airport Operations Division is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of all Airport activities by ensuring that John Wayne Airport operates safely, securely, effectively, and within the scope of strict federal regulations. Each day, Airport Operations staff conduct airport safety inspections; address the needs of guests and tenants; issue airport identification badges and other access media; manage parking facilities; and monitor the activities of all ground transportation providers. The Airport Operations Division is also tasked with maintaining and educating Airport staff, other County Departments, tenants, and other business partners on the FAA-mandated Airport Certification Manual (ACM), which includes the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP), and the Airport Safety Management Systems (SMS) program. In addition, the Operations Division is responsible for maintaining the Airport Security Plan (ASP) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and for the policy, procedures, and measurement of occupational health and safety for Orange County employees, tenants, vendors, and contractors to comply with the California Occupational Safety and Health Act (Cal/OSHA).
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Safety and Loss Control Manager reports to the Airport Manager, Senior (Airport Safety Manager). The incumbent will perform, but is not limited, to the following duties:- Promotes and facilitates a strong safety culture through collaboration amongst department-wide staff, and interacts with all employees to understand job functions, receive feedback, and guides through solution-based activities to address safety concerns
- Administers and coordinates the Department safety and loss prevention program with positive results and compliance
- Provides oversight and monitoring of departmental Injury and Illness Prevention Programs to ensure completeness, uniformity, and compliance
- Designs, develops, and implements department safety policies and procedures, compliance activities, and training programs in collaboration with staff
- Provides guidance and support to the designated safety representatives and is available for coaching and mentoring to ensure effectiveness
- Develops and maintains a safety resource center and intranet site to include educational and training materials, policies and procedures, and related safety and accident reporting forms
- Directs, coordinates, and reviews the strategic work plan for the Department Safety Program; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; reviews and evaluates work training, methods, and procedures
- Attends and participates in Department division meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the safety industry; incorporates new developments as appropriate into programs
- Provides reports, trends, behavioral data analysis for review and discussion
- Promotes and markets safety practices throughout the department through positive interaction, and respectful and positive relationships
- Serves as the primary Department contact with CEO-Risk Management on all occupational safety issues
- Oversees supervisor's investigation and analysis of accidents to determine root cause and means of prevention through reporting completion and appropriate educational information sharing
The ideal candidate possesses five (5) or more years of experience in safety management within a large organization. This experience must also include two (2) years in a supervising manager role. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in one (1) of the following fields: Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Administration, Environmental Health and Safety, or Industrial Hygiene.
Possession of the following certificates are highly desirable but not required: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), and/or Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM).
In addition, the ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge and/or experience in the following competencies:
Industry Knowledge | Safety Management Experience- Understanding and application of Cal-OSHA regulations and be experienced in designing and conducting safety training programs
- Interpret and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards
- Promoting a culture of safety to all County employees and formulating short and long-term strategic plans for reducing the frequency and severity of work-related injuries, fleet safety and property loss management
- Supervise and evaluate staff performance, including training and coaching staff, coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands, and assigning/monitoring work
- Making sound business decisions based on limited, complex or contradicting information and ethical principles
- Compile and analyze data, formulating issues, and articulating recommendations
- Presenting and discussing information with various audiences, including Department Heads, stakeholders, and other internal customers
- Facilitate groups and build consensus using persuasive reasoning
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Risk Manager classification.
AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
Employees must clear a background check, which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check, and Security Threat Assessment (STA) check. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment. Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.
LICENSE REQUIRED
The successful candidate must possess, and maintain, a valid California Driver's License, Class C, or higher, by date of appointment.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements
Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor and to drive a vehicle; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person to individuals and groups and over the telephone; possess body mobility to stand, sit, walk, stoop and bend routinely to perform daily tasks and to access a standard office environment; possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard, utilize office equipment and to write and drive; use a County approved means of transportation.
Environmental and Working Conditions
Possess the ability to independently reason logically to analyze data, reach conclusions and make recommendations; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused in rapidly changing and difficult situations involving conflict, complex issues, controversy and diverse stakeholder groups and interests; possess the ability to deal calmly and effectively with emotional interactions.
Function effectively in a standard office environment.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen applications and supplemental responses for qualifications that meet minimum qualifications, are highly desirable, and are most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the assessment step.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those candidates that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%)
Applicants will be interviewed and rated by an oral interview panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job.
Eligible List | Score Groups :
Once all assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Veterans Employment Preference (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Michelle Bocicor at mbocicor@ocair.com .
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Administrative Management *
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:- Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information. - Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time
- Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums
- Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy
- Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy
- Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs
- 457 Defined Contribution Program
*Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Orange
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