Safety Officer

Safety Officer

Pay Schedule I, Grade 27, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Safety and Training Division. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose Under general supervision, assists in administering County safety programs, inspects County work conditions and equipment, and observes work activities of County employees for conformance with safety regulations and policies and occupational health standards. Essential Job Duties

• Travels to inspect County work conditions, environment, and equipment, and to observe and analyze work activities of County employees, for conformance with safety regulations and policies and occupational health standards.
• Issues written work orders directing the prompt correction of observed safety or health hazards and unsafe practices.
• Recommends the time within which a county agency must comply with such written orders.
• Makes re-inspections, as necessary, to ensure compliance with written orders.
• Advises County agencies and employees concerning the County safety program, various State and Federal laws regarding safety, chemical information lists, and safety data sheets.
• Organizes and delivers training on a wide variety of safety and health topics including CPR/First Aid, traffic control and defensive driving.
• Disseminates information on environmental hazards.
• Coordinates the employee safety shoe program.
• Conducts investigations of accidents, including all County vehicular accidents, to determine their causes, devise preventive measures, and discover trends.
• Recommends more efficient, cost-effective measures to reduce or eliminate such accidents.
• Conducts special investigations of a variety of suspected safety or occupational health violations and prepare reports thereon
• Administers random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up employee substance testing in accordance with the County's drug and alcohol testing program.
• Prepares and amends existing safety and occupational health policies and programs.
• Reviews policies and procedures developed by County agencies for compliance with safety and occupational health practices.
• Coordinates activities with other State and local officials.

Examples of Other Duties Serves as the department's representative on intra-county, community, or other committees. Performs general office support functions. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Associates in Arts degree, preferably in occupational safety, environmental health, or a closely related field Plus Two years' experience in which occupational safety and/or environmental health inspection and maintenance was the primary function of the position. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required education.) Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Safety Officer Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Conditions of Employment

Some positions may be required to satisfactorily complete County sponsored CPR and First Aid training. These positions must maintain certification throughout employment. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies, and may be required to work overtime with little or no notice. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.