Safety Coordinator

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6/3/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02537

Safety Coordinator

Salary

$3,600.84 - $5,401.34 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

5501 KY Dam Road
Paducah, KY 42003 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

By joining our District 1 team, as a Safety Coordinator in McCracken County, you will have the opportunity to perform professional level work in coordinating the development and implementation of a safety and/or health program.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Conducts safety audits and investigations.
• Identifies and manages risks to health and safety in the workplace.
• Reports safety and health violation and investigative results with recommended corrective action.
• Coordinates and develops training programs.

Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In:

• Making oral presentations and conducting training sessions for small to large groups.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Graduate of a college or university with an accredited bachelor's degree.
• Minimum 2 years in safety operations or inspection, incident management, or emergency services.

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.

Additional position information: Travel required, sitting at a desk, field visits to project sites which require the following of safety procedures, bending/stooping/lifting, management/supervision of a team.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!

We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Incumbent must be able to make oral presentations and conduct training sessions for small to large groups. Travel may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact John Mark Jackson at JohnMark.Jackson@ky.gov or 270-898-2431.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D