Health & Safety Manager - Woodward PA

About the role

Woodward PA, located in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you!

As the Health and Safety Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive health and safety programs and procedures. Your primary responsibility will be to identify and mitigate potential risks, injuries, and incidents, ensuring a safe and secure work environment for all team members and Woodward guests. This role also directly provides and assists with patient care in a residential action sports campus, while managing a small seasonal medical staff.

What's in IT for You?

• $55,000-$60,000 annual salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Robust Health, Dental and Vision plans.
• Matching 401K
• Performance-based bonus incentive program.
• Access to our world-class facilities. You will work and play in the same innovative environments as professional and Olympic athletes!
• Discounts on food, retail and gear!
• Career Development and growth opportunities here and at our facilities across the globe!
• A connection with people who share the same passions and embrace each other's unique and individual styles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct thorough risk assessments across all aspects of Woodward Camp operations, identifying potential hazards, and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines. Stay updated on changes in workplace laws, legislation, and industry best practices.
• Safety Audits: Oversee regular safety audits and inspections of all facilities, report findings and recommendations to Senior Leaders.
• Emergency Response: Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures, injury response plans, and medical directives.
• Safety Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate records of safety data, incidents, injuries, and compliance reports.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into workplace and guest accidents, incidents, and near misses, and develop corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Daily Operations: Oversee medical facilities to ensure proper patient care, hydration activations around campus, inventory and ordering of medical supplies.
• Safety Team: Hiring, onboarding, scheduling and management of summer seasonal medical staff.
• Safety Culture: Foster a culture of safety awareness and responsibility among all team members, encouraging active participation in safety initiatives.
• Safety Training: Develop and deliver training programs to educate Woodward team members on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the proper use of safety equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• +/- 10-20 Employees

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, methodologies and tools.
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Must have, or be able to obtain prior to starting, one or more of the following certifications: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC), Certified Athletic Trainer, or Registered Nurse.
• Must have current AED/CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must have 3+ years of experience in medical or health management field.
• Provide work related references upon request.
• Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-hire background checks, including criminal history clearance through the Pennsylvania State Police (PATCH), child abuse clearance through the Department of Public Welfare, Mandated Reporter Training and federal background screening via FBI fingerprinting.

Must have or be able to obtain the following prior to starting work

Woodward will supply information to assist you in obtaining these if needed.

• Mandated Reporter Training Certificate
• Safesport Training Certificate

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Physical Capabilities: bend, twist, push, pull, stand, lift 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in an outdoor and indoor all-season environment.
• Adhere to all workplace safety practices, expectations, and guidelines.
• Primary on-site work location: Woodward, PA

Required Availability and Travel Requirements

• This role is on-site at our facility in Woodward Pennsylvania.

Additional information

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view. Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.