Senior Manager, Safety

Alliant Energy

. Lead the safety programs, systems, and culture supporting employee, contractor, and community safety .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $132,000 - $182,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading safety programs and strategies, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety within the organization. Proven ability to develop and execute strategic safety initiatives aligned with business objectives while effectively collaborating with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Occupational Safety10 Years Of Related ExperienceCertified Safety Professional (CSP)Strong Knowledge Of Safety RegulationsLeadership And Supervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Safety Program DevelopmentStrategic PlanningPerformance ImprovementRegulatory ComplianceSafety Policy DesignContinuous ImprovementSafety BenchmarkingConflict ResolutionProject CoordinationCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Effective LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA)

Industry Keywords

Human And Organizational Performance (HOP)Serious Injury And Fatality (SIF) PreventionSafety DisciplineEmployee DevelopmentCorporate Safety Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the safety programs, systems, and culture supporting employee, contractor, and community safety
Champion the Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention strategy
Advance the Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) philosophy
Perform leadership duties including hiring, rewarding, goal setting, feedback, performance improvement, conflict resolution, and employee development
Direct and guide strategic and tactical safety activities
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements
Design cost-effective safety programs aligned with strategic objectives
Develop safety strategies for the company
Design and implement approaches, policies, and procedures for continuous improvement
Benchmark safety solutions against peer and best-in-class practices
Lead short- and long-term safety priorities, goals, and performance standards
Evaluate results and recommend actions to improve performance
Serve as a strategic partner to other business units
Develop and execute safety strategies aligned with business goals
Provide staff support to Executive Safety Leadership Team management of corporate safety culture
Support Alliant Energy’s values and purpose of serving customers and building stronger communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related area (required)
10 years of related experience
6 years of progressively more responsible supervisory experience
Valid driver's license
Knowledge of safety discipline
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and practices
Critical thinking and initiative in identifying and anticipating business unit needs
Ability to develop and execute short- and long-term strategic plans
Ability to consult employees and leadership on safety issues
Influencing and problem-solving skills
Ability to develop trusting relationships and achieve results
Ability to understand organizational strategic objectives and business environment
Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects and work initiatives
Ability to focus on accountability, deliverables, problem identification, and solutions
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive environment
Effective leadership, financial, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen where applicable
Visa sponsorship is not supported
Preferred: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive health benefits
Retirement benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Volunteer opportunities
Annual incentive program eligibility
Reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process