Safety Specialist 1

Reference #: 4664301

THE POSITION

Are you interested in joining a team dedicated to fostering a secure workplace for every employee? If you possess a sharp attention to detail, outstanding communication abilities, and a genuine passion for assisting others, this is an ideal chance to launch your career in safety management. Submit your application today for the Safety Specialist 1 position, where you will significantly impact the safety culture at PennDOT's Engineering District 8-0!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will engage in monitoring and evaluating safety protocols while offering support to district and county personnel. Responsibilities encompass delivering safety training and managing administrative functions to bolster the safety program. Furthermore, you will assist in the coordination and upkeep of effective safety policies and procedures, oversee compliance, and perform on-site evaluations for the Accident/Injury Prevention Program. Participation in the Accident Review Committee is mandatory, along with the investigation of serious injuries and incidents to guarantee the implementation of corrective measures. You will contribute to the formulation of safety strategies, follow up on corrective actions, and address safety issues within your designated areas. Regular site assessments will be conducted to verify safety compliance, with all incidents documented in safety databases and requisite paperwork processed. The role also entails developing safety training programs as a subject matter expert, organizing training sessions based on identified needs, and formulating emergency plans that conform to departmental policies. Additionally, the individual will analyze data to propose safety management techniques, summarize accident patterns, and recommend prevention strategies to management. Field assessments and management evaluations of facilities will be carried out to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations, while also providing guidance to maintenance teams and garage personnel on safety practices.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, at supervisors discretion. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)

Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:Successful completion of the Safety Specialist Trainee program (commonwealth title); or

Five years of technical experience in conducting safety inspections, safety investigations, or safety training, or performing technical highway maintenance or highway construction work; or

One year of technical experience in conducting safety inspections, safety investigations, or safety training, or performing technical highway maintenance or highway construction work, and a bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety and Health Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a closely related field; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:You must obtain an active Advanced Safety Certificate issued by the National Safety Council's Safety Training Institute within two years of starting in this job.

Other Requirements:This particular position requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.

You must meet the PA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.