Aviation Department Safety Risk Manager (Safety Manager)

Full-time position available with the Aviation Department, Safety Division, located at 601 Brasilia Ave.
Salary Starting at: $6,489/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Application Deadline Date: March 13, 2026


Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and maintains effective safety and loss control programs and initiatives to reduce the frequency and severity of occupational injuries and illnesses among the Aviation employees.
• Assigns the work of and supervises subordinate safety employees; trains staff on developing safety education programs; the methods of inspecting unsafe or hazardous equipment, facilities or work environmental report writing; applicable safety regulations and the interpretation of and application of safety regulations.
• Manages the development, implementation and maintenance of the SMS program in accordance with FAA regulations and industry best practices.
• Monitors and reports on safety performance indicators and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, standards and guidelines. Assists with the administration and coordination of the City's transitional Duty Assignment Program for injured workers, On-line Safety Education Programs, classroom safety education classes, and other specific safety courses.
• Schedules and conducts regular safety audits at Aviation facilities and prepares reports for departments containing photos, details and recommendations for the abatement of hazardous conditions and unsafe practices.
• Conducts observations with work groups in the field to address safety concerns including but not limited to the identification of site-specific hazards and the selection of appropriate PPE.
• Maintains databases of vehicular or industrial accidents, assesses causes of accidents and determines if accidents were preventable and performs trend studies; provides various routine and ad hoc reports to managers; serves on department's safety review committee.
• Develops and presents safety and accident prevention programs for Aviation employees, civic groups and the general public focusing on reducing the incidence of accidents.
• Evaluates effectiveness of current safety programs; recommends and implements program modifications and corrective action.
• Provides thorough knowledge of current occupational safety and health standards; best practices and the skills to identify occupational hazards; and the ability to make appropriate recommendations for abatement.

Important information:

• Must successfully complete a 10-year FAA background check.
• Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and inclement weather events.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain an MCI Issued AOA Movement Area Badge with driving privileges. Valid Driver's License required.

Qualifications

REQUIRES high school graduation and 6 years of experience in safety, health or environmental work; OR an accredited Associate's degree and 4 year of professional experience in safety, health, or environmental work; OR an accredited Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in safety, health, or environmental work. The experience may be waived upon presentation of the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation or the Certified Industrial Hygiene (CIH) designation. May be required to pass a preemployment drug screen.


Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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