Safety Manager

Since its inception, The Parking Spot has made superior airport parking experiences easy and affordable by focusing on hospitality. Now with more than 25 years in business, The Parking Spot has cemented itself as the leading near-airport Parking Company with 40+ locations at 28 airports, over 2,000 employees nationwide and 2 incredibly strong brands – The Parking Spot and Park ‘N Fly by The Parking Spot.

What makes working at The Parking Spot so special? We have created a culture of support, fun, and camaraderie that allows us to be the most innovative company in the parking industry. As a nationwide business with a small business feel, there are endless opportunities within The Parking Spot to grow your career. Come join us and see how we leverage people and technology to deliver a superior product, outshine our competition, and find creative and innovative solutions to everyday problems. 

Budgeted Salary Range: $100,000-$110,000

Any disclosed pay range is based on a consideration of neutral factors and criteria such as required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, seniority, etc. The Parking Spot reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant a salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.

What we offer:

• Hybrid work environment
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Ability to gain exposure to all areas of the business
• Great benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental and a 401k plan
• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Team oriented, fun and friendly work environment
• Immediate opportunity to make a large impact

Our offices are based in the heart of the Loop in downtown Chicago, but we are pleased to note that our Chicago office is operating on a hybrid work model (mix of in-office and remote work). 

Position Summary:

The Parking Spot is the leading near-airport parking company at over 25 airports and is now hiring a Safety Manager to join our team! The Safety Manager at The Parking Spot will spearhead the development and implementation of policies that foster a strong culture of safety. This role oversees all aspects of employee, customer, and visitor safety, including workers' compensation administration. Key responsibilities include monitoring and evaluating safety claims, conducting safety training and coaching, and managing audit programs to enhance safety awareness and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:                                                                                                     

• Develop and roll out procedures to reduce accidents and claims for the Company
• Analyze all accident/injury/incident reporting and perform investigations to identify cause and possible preventive measures for future work of a similar nature
• Investigate all injury claims to ensure the Company is protected from fraudulent worker compensation claims
• Create safety-related KPI’s and promote a culture of safety
• Conduct safety-related training sessions to support safety initiatives Company-wide
• Oversee internal and external safety audit programs, including conducting an annual safety audit of all TPS properties
• Advise and support Field leadership, management and staff on safety best practices
• Maintain the Company’s safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA) rules and regulations
• Handle all OSHA related issues such as inspections, yearly reports, job site posters, citations, hearings, etc. Compile safety KPI tracking for management. Produce other safety reports as needed
• Make corrective action recommendations to upper management concerning safety and health issues that may affect the Company
• Handle moderate casualty claims and utilize sound decision-making to assess claims exposure, plan the proper course of action and appropriately resolve claims
• Assist as needed with general liability, auto liability, property and workers’ compensation claims including claim investigation, claim handling and claims resolution
• Assist claims professionals and internal managers with liability determinations
• Regularly review workers’ compensation claims data for possible employer modification rate adjustments
• Prepare, maintain and submit all records and reports required by the Company, OSHA and any other regulatory agencies, i.e. OSHA 300 log and injury records
• Provide input during the planning and execution of new equipment and/or technology applications to ensure that safeguards meet all applicable regulatory requirements
• Plan, monitor and control safety-related expenditures with the approved budget

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in safety management or relevant field is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a safety management capacity
• Knowledge, understanding, skills and abilities to execute US based legislation and regulatory requirements for OSHA, DOT, state and federal etc.
• Strong leadership and change management abilities
• Strong Excel skills or any similar software for KPI reporting
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be willing to travel and work a non-traditional schedule as required by situational circumstances

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At The Parking Spot, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate and seek it. We believe a diverse, inclusive, and equitable company is one where all employees, partners, and customers are welcome, supported, and valued. As a company in the travel industry, we witness the power of bringing individuals from different backgrounds and communities together. We treat all others with dignity and respect and stand firmly against racism and discrimination in any form. We intentionally develop diverse teams and relationships to ensure all voices are heard and to foster equal opportunity for all. We are committed to listening, learning, and growing because we know that our work is never done.