Director of Employee Safety
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About the Organization - Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy

Since 1981, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy (Parks Conservancy) has served as the nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, collaborating with the Presidio Trust, partners, donors, and the community to support the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). The GGNRA stretches across three Bay Area counties north and south of the Golden Gate Bridge and includes iconic places such as Muir Woods National Monument, Fort Point National Historic Site, Alcatraz Island, Crissy Field, Mori Point, Lands End, and the Presidio of San Francisco.

The Parks Conservancy engages at the intersection of national park sites, local communities, social justice, and climate resilience. Collaborating with partners, our staff are dedicated to enhancing public awareness and providing volunteer and educational opportunities in the parks. We are park builders, caretakers, ambassadors, and educators, all working to connect people to parks in support of our vision Parks for All Forever. Join us.

About the Role - Director of Employee Safety

As a key member of the Operations Branch, the Director of Employee Safety serves as a thought partner in the Operations Branch's overall risk management responsibilities. While focusing on responsibility for employee safety and security, the Director will work across disciplines, supporting all Branches of the Parks Conservancy as assigned by the Chief Operations Officer. The Director of Employee Safety is responsible for fostering a safety-first culture organization-wide. Together with the National Park Service at the GGNRA and the Presidio Trust, many activities are multi-agency, and close coordination is needed for managing employee safety. GGNRA is a complex national park hosting approximately 18 million visitors annually and includes over 82,000 acres of land and 91 miles of shoreline. GGNRA lands span three counties: Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo.

The Director of Employee Safety will develop and manage internal safety and security systems and protocols, prioritizing staff well-being. Collaborating with the organization's branches, they will lead efforts to align operations with strategic goals, standardize safety and security programs, work with department leads and employees to implement programs, lead incident response activities, and reduce overall operational risk.

Adaptability, attentive listening, and empathetic communication are crucial for engaging a diverse workforce with wide-ranging responsibilities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong passion for safety, health, and wellness, championing belonging, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion values throughout program development and leadership.

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