Senior Safety Specialist

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.Elevate Workplace Safety as Our Senior Safety ConsultantAre you an experienced safety professional ready to make a significant impact? JoinAlliant Energyas aSenior Safety Consultantand lead our efforts in hazard identification, safety evaluations, and incident reviews. Your expertise will be crucial in developing and implementing safety policies, conducting training, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you have a passion for safety, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels, we want you on our team. Help us build safer workplaces and stronger communities.Apply todayand be part of a company that valuesinnovation, collaboration, and dedicationThis opening is available at the following locations, with up to 50% travel:Fond du Lac, WIAmes, IABeloit, WIMadison, WICedar Rapids, IAMason City, IAOttumwa, IAWhat you will doConducts corporate and energy operations business units’ activities related to hazard identification, including the identification of conditions, methods, or processes having the potential to cause damage or injury to people or property.Performs typical tasks such as visual inspections, review of documentation, interviews or inquires, literature searches, application of hazard analysis methods, and/or system safety analysis.Organizes and conducts hazard evaluations and compares the existing hazard levels to standards; hazard evaluations may include the safety testing of equipment or processes and making computations to establish the level of hazard or risk.Conducts investigations regarding complaints, claimed or real exposures, review of accidents, incidents, injuries and illnesses, and the review of related standards. Reviews safety practices and work processes to identify the best and safest ways to do this work utilizing direct controls to prevent significant injuries and fatalities.Actively interacts and provides guidance to local safety leadership teams implementing measures to reduce injuries.Develops safety communications using audio, audiovisual, printed material, and other communication media. Assists in the selection and preparation of safety-related information to assist various audiences in accepting, understanding, and applying knowledge to their respective activities, duties, and responsibilities.Tracks actual safety performance of activities and provides periodic updates. Prepares safety performance metrics and budget forecasts, including OSHA recordkeeping activities.Performs Industrial Hygiene monitoring and evaluates environmental exposure to workplace hazards, including indoor air quality, chemical management and inventory, heat illness prevention, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, bloodborne pathogens, asbestos and lead.Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.Education RequirementsBachelor's Degree Emphasis in safety, industrial hygiene, physical or natural sciences, or related area PreferredCertification Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA), and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation PreferredRequired Experience5 years of experience.Preferred ExperienceExperience in safety, industrial hygiene, emergency management, safety management, or compliance planning.Experience with incident investigations utilizing a learning team model.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with government agencies, utility groups, and other industries.Demonstrated ability to analyze and evaluate complex safety regulations and management systems.Demonstrated ability to proactively identify safety issues, develop proposed solutions, effectively communicate the issues and solutions to multiple employee levels.Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).Demonstrated effective analytical skills and ability to successfully perform accurate in-depth analysis and develop statistical charts and graphs.Ability to work in a diverse work environment.Key SkillsAuditing • Behavioral Based Safety • Change Management • Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Risk Management • Health, Safety, and Environmental Management • Incident Management • Internal Controls • Regulatory Compliance • Stakeholder ManagementOur people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.Pay Range:$83,000-$114,000This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold