Occupational Health Nurse - Temporary

The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q̓íc̓əy̓ - Katzie, the q̓ʷa:n̓ƛ̓ən̓- Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial. Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 82,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.

Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion & Values

Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and belonging and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.

Reporting to the Manager, Employee Health and Safety - Prevention, the Health & Safety Officer will support the work of the division and advance organizational health and safety through expertise and collaboration. This role develops and implements health and safety initiatives for the school district, works collaboratively and independently with a team of fellow Health and Safety Officers, to improve occupational health and safety programs and processes, and compliance with regulations.

As Health & Safety Officer, you will be one of three Health & Safety Officers who work as part of a dynamic team within the Employee Health and Safety Department. You will provide technical expertise, support and advice on occupational health and safety throughout our districts 13,000 employees including teachers, support staff, administrators, exempt and executives. We do this by developing programs, policies, procedures and supporting documents, and providing tools to support the implementation of these programs at all our schools and District sites to help ensure the health and safety of our employees, students, contractors, and visitors.

~ As one of three officers, your portfolio includes a balanced combination of these programs:

Coordination of Contractors

Ergonomics

First Aid

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Inspections

Risk Assessment and Control

Candidates ideally have work experience in a similar work environment including education, health care, municipal or other public service industries.

Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Three or more years in a recent Health & Safety role

CRSP, ROHT, CIH or similar designation is an asset

Experience designing and delivering training modules in person and online

Current COR auditing experience is an asset

You have a healthy sense of humor and you bring enthusiasm for health and safety promotion

Commitment to inclusion and belonging and building a caring and respectful workplace

Creative problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking

Acts with accountability, responsibility and transparency in the use of public funds

Proficiency using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Commitment to continuous improvement.

Extended Medical, Vision and Dental

• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension
• 13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time
• Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are

The salary range for this position is $92,549 to $115,686 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. Surrey Schools recognizes the importance of accessibility and supporting the diverse needs of our community. Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment.