Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist - ...

Senior Worker's Comp / Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Valley Water San Jose, CA Annual Salary: $144,934.40 - $185,515.20 DOE/DOQ The Santa Clara Valley Water District (Valley Water) is seeking a Senior Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist to serve as the District's administrator and subject matter expert for its self-insured workers' compensation program while overseeing key environmental health and safety compliance programs. In addition to management of workers' compensation, day-to-day priorities include vendor management, ensuring regulatory compliance, development of employee safety training, and return-to-work coordination. The role also plays a central part in upcoming contract negotiations and broader program improvements aimed at strengthening service delivery and risk management across the organization. Reporting to the Environmental Health & Safety Manager, the Specialist operates with significant independence and oversees one EH&S Technician and related program budgets. The ideal candidate brings comprehensive expertise in California workers' compensation administration and Cal/OSHA compliance and demonstrates strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to build effective cross-functional relationships while managing complex and sensitive matters with discretion. Help advance a strong culture of safety and accountability throughout the District; apply today! View the full recruitment brochure here: Salary and Benefits: Annual salary of $144,934.40 - $185,515.20 DOE/DOQ, PLUS a highly competitive benefits package. HOW TO APPLY For consideration, apply by May 6 at: SAVE THE DATES Round one virtual interviews will take place the week of May 25th. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews the week of June 1st. Selected candidates should ensure they are available for both interviews. QUESTIONS? Please contact your recruiter, Lauren Gerson-Greene, with any inquiries: * lauren@ * 866-929-WBCP (9227) toll free * 541-664-0376 (direct)

Created: 2026-04-15