Emergency Mgmt and Safety Coordinator at Palomar Health · Escondido

Department:

Disaster Preparedness

Union:

Shift:

8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period:

80

Salary Range: $26.36 - $39.59

Job Description:

Posting Date: 10/13/2026

Under the direct supervision of the Emergency Management and Safety Manager, the Emergency Management and Safety Coordinator provides program support to ensure organizational preparedness and compliance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: provides key coordination duties and assist in support of the emergency management and safety programs; ensures compliance, confidentiality and displaying discretion in all matters.

Assist Emergency Management & Safety leadership with related project development and administration in the areas of preparedness and disaster response; such as drill planning and coordination.

Serve as a resource to internal/external customers. Work with administrative, supervisory, and other personnel to identify and correct unsafe practices or conditions. Attend various County meetings and trainings coordinated through the San Diego Healthcare Disaster Coalition.

Assist Emergency Management & Safety leadership with providing training for the disaster preparedness and safety programs.

Assist in the organization and deployment of disaster preparedness & safety related supplies and equipment.

Knowledgeable about principles and techniques of industrial health and safety; training methods and techniques; California laws and regulations related to emergency management, health & safety, The Joint Commission and Title 22 requirements, as related to safety, emergency management, and environment of care.

Support in the implementation of health and safety programs through performing various weekly, monthly, and annual surveys to identify hazards and to make recommendations for controls.

Initiate employee injury investigations and provide support to organizational leaders in identifying root cause, appropriate preventative actions, and ensuring all documentation is completed.

Respond to hazardous material and decontamination events.

Ability to take direction and assist in the implementation of emergency management and safety programs and makes recommendations for controls.

Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships; speak and write effectively; effectively contribute to activities necessary to achieve the department's goals. Provide administrative support for multiple formal committees.

Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience

Preferred Education: Associates degree in Occupational Safety or a related scientific field (e.g., natural sciences, etc.) and/or combination of education and experience and advanced training in occupational health & safety, emergency management, or environmental management

Minimum Experience:

• 1-year related program coordination
• At least one year of experience in at least two areas of emergency management, health & safety, environmental management, healthcare.

Preferred Experience: 1-2 years related program coordination in a healthcare environment

Required License: Valid Driver's License

Preferred License: Not Applicable

Required Certification: Not Applicable

Preferred Certification: ASP, CSP, CIH, CHSP

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.