Risk & Safety Manager (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)

Initial Posting Date:

08/12/2025

Application Deadline:

08/26/2025

Agency:

Department of the State Fire Marshal

Salary Range:

$6,667 - $9,830

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Risk & Safety Manager (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)

Job Description:

At the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM), our mission is simple yet crucial: to protect people, property, and the environment from fire and hazardous materials. Guided by a set of unwavering values, we strive to uphold integrity, dedication, leadership, partnership, and service to others in all we do.

The OSFM actively supports a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We embrace diversity, practice inclusive excellence, and strive for equity and belonging to maintain a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We value all lived experiences and welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQIA2S+, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others to apply.

The OSFM is recruiting for a Risk & Safety Manager (Operations & Policy Analyst 3). As the Risk & Safety Manager you will serve as the risk expert and policy advisor to the agency’s executive leadership team by providing technical, analytical, and consultative services. A key aspect of this position will be investigating and managing the risk of tort claims, litigation holds, and lawsuits against the agency. The State Fire Marshal and executive team relies on the effective recommendations from this position and the Department of Justice to navigate the risk. You will establish effective and sustainable risk control practices, as well as interpret and apply existing laws, contracts, rules and policies related to risk management in the areas of civil liability, insurance coverage, and employee and personal liability. You will be making decisions that affect fire departments across the state, as well as governmental- and non-governmental organizations. In addition to managing the agency’s risk, you will ensure the safety and wellness of agency staff by leading the Safety Committee, Health and Wellness Committee, Evacuation Team, and Ergonomics Team.

If you are skilled in identifying and mitigating risk, navigating legal claims, and leading the way for workplace safety and wellness, we would be excited to hear from you! Become a part of the OSFM team and help us continue working towards a safer, more resilient Oregon for everyone.

Position Details

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• This is a full-time, permanent position. It is classified as management service and not represented by a union.

• This position is based at our Salem office in Oregon.

• This position may be eligible for hybrid work options depending on business needs.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary rate. When the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary rate will reflect an additional 6.95%.

Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply and allow us to evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that you demonstrate, using an intentional equity lens.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR;

• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Special Qualifications:

• Requires a valid drivers’ license with an acceptable driving record.

Desired Attributes:

• Established experience working as a safety and risk manager in government

• Experience working with Oregon OSHA at a technical level and applying it to your work

• Proven experience running an effective safety committee

• Experience writing technical-level trainings and policies

• Proven experience managing litigation holds and working with the Department of Justice and/or Department of Administrative Services Risk Management

• Experience managing and tracking litigation documents and responses

• Ability to present trainings and topics to a variety of audiences

You are required to upload your resume describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and cover letter describing how you meet the desired attributes listed above. Attachments must be in MS or PDF format. Failure to provide the required attachments may result in disqualification of your application.

How to Apply:

• For step-by-step instructions click Search for Jobs and Apply for External Candidates or Jobs, search & apply for current state employees.

• Your application and resume will also be used when completing a pay equity assessment. The pay equity assessment determines your salary so a complete, current, and detailed history of work, education, and other experience is helpful.

• Upload your required attachments to the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application. Your attached resume should include the beginning and end dates with the month and year for each employer.

• Please make sure the qualifications and attributes you possess are clearly demonstrated in your attached documents. Following these instructions and providing this information will be used to determine which candidates will be selected to move forward in the process.

• After you submit your application, please respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity tasks. These tasks will come after your submission.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account regularly for pending tasks.  For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources, or call Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

• If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please email our recruitment team at OSFM.HumanResources@osfm.oregon.gov.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Work/life balance; paid vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, 24 hours of personal business leave, and a floating day off each year.

• Medical, vision, dental (with most only 1%-5% employee share), and life insurance as well as additional optional benefits.

• Retirement programs through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and optional deferred compensation programs through the Oregon Savings Growth Plan.

• Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

• Abundant advancement opportunities within the agency and throughout State of Oregon government that carry your seniority and benefits with you.

• Opportunities to expand your technical and professional skills.

• Meaningful work with others who are passionate about public service.

• Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians.

Additional Information:

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• Criminal Records Check - Employment in any position with the OSFM for all prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.

Helpful Links & Resources:

• Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage

• How to Set Job Alerts

• Workday Applicant FAQ

• What You Need to Know to Get the Job

• Pay Equity Information & Resources

The OSFM does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. The OSFM is an E-Verify employer.

The OSFM is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to Workforce Diversity.