Director of Risk and Safety at Country Meadows Retirement Communities

The Director of Risk and Safety (EHS / Safety & Compliance) provides safety leadership and regulatory oversight across Country Meadows’ 10 communities throughout central and eastern Pennsylvania and one community in Maryland, helping ensure safe, compliant, and well-prepared environments for residents and coworkers. In partnership with operations leadership and community teams, this role coordinates safety programs, emergency preparedness initiatives, OSHA compliance, and regulatory oversight that support high-quality senior living operations and strengthen safety practices across the organization.

• Full-time Monday-Friday in-office at our Home Office location in Hershey, PA.
• Occasional travel to any of our 10 campuses located in Central, PA, Lehigh Valley, PA and Frederick, MD.
• Starting annual salary: $80,000 – $95,000, based on experience and qualifications and a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits and generous paid time off

Director of Risk and Safety (EHS / Safety & Compliance) Responsibilities:

Fire Inspection & Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate monthly fire drills, annual fire inspections, emergency preparedness drills,
• and elopement drills across all communities; document results and ensure follow-up compliance.
• Maintain and oversee the company Emergency Preparedness Manual and prepare required Department of Human Services filings.
• Provide annual fire extinguisher training and deliver Department of Human Services “train-the-trainer” instruction for coworkers responsible for new hire and annual fire safety training.

Safety Programs & Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety programs, policies, and annual safety objectives supporting operations across all communities.
• Provide technical safety leadership and guidance to community leadership and Home Office teams.
• Maintain the Illness and Injury Prevention Program and lead safety initiatives addressing ergonomics, resident fall prevention, lockout procedures, SDS compliance, and other workplace hazards.
• Identify safety training needs and coordinate safety education programs across communities.
• Support appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Monitor safety metrics, analyze injury trends, and prepare safety and incident reports to guide prevention efforts.
• Serve as a member of the Risk Management Steering Team and collaborate with community safety committees to strengthen safety accountability and culture.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety Oversight

• Monitor OSHA, NFPA, and other federal, state, and local safety regulations and communicate updates to communities and Home Office teams.
• Conduct safety audits and mock OSHA inspections to ensure compliance with company safety programs and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor OSHA 300 and 300A logs and train campus office managers on OSHA incident reporting procedures.
• Monitor lost-time injuries, illnesses, and workers’ compensation claims and support prevention efforts.
• Maintain the Hazard Communications Program and required OSHA safety documentation.
• Prepare OSHA and Department of Labor reporting and review safety inspections, committee reports, and incident investigations to ensure appropriate follow-up and corrective action.

Director of Risk and Safety (EHS / Safety & Compliance) Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Risk Management, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in safety management, risk management, regulatory compliance, or a related field.
• Experience supporting safety programs across multiple locations or departments is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to travel regularly to company communities and Home Office.
• Ability to work effectively with regulatory agencies, consultants, and external partners.

Key Skills & Expertise

• Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), workplace safety program development, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and related workplace safety regulations.
• Safety audits, inspections, incident investigation, and injury trend analysis.
• Emergency preparedness planning and fire safety programs.
• Ability to influence leaders and support safety initiatives across multiple locations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Our Investment in You:

• Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
• Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability, and optional long- and short-term disability plans
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday, a Personal Day of Meaning, and the opportunity to roll over unused time
• Length of service bonus

Our Support for You:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, PA
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for times of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

About Country Meadows

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 35 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

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