SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

Summary Serve as a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist in the Occupational Safety and Health Program Division within the Environmental, Safety and Health Department of the Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center. Duties Assist in administering the comprehensive Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH) program at Norfolk Ship Support Activity (NSSA). Conduct safety and environmental training for NSSA employees in accordance with the Navy Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Manual. Conduct workplace/industrial inspections of NSSA Norfolk facilities. Maintain a log of Navy occupational injuries and illnesses. Communicate with Department of Labor/Occupational Safety and Health Administration (DOL/OSHA) officials regarding safety and occupational health matters. Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy must pass the E‑Verify employment verification check. Current federal employees must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level before applying. Within the Department of Defense, appointment of retired military members within 180 days of retirement to a civilian position is subject to 5 U.S.C. § 3326. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Applicants will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to duty. A transcript must be submitted for those qualifying through education. GS‑11 Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS‑09 grade level, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Managing the SOH program for a single local facility, implementing agency-wide safety policies, conducting routine local program evaluations, and monitoring local hazard trends to ensure compliance with OSHA and agency regulations. Conducting regular safety inspections of diverse industrial and administrative workspaces at a local installation; identifying standard and non‑standard hazards, performing routine risk assessments, and recommending established engineering or administrative controls. Investigating standard workplace accidents and occupational illnesses at a local facility; interviewing witnesses, determining contributing factors using established investigation techniques, and drafting formal mishap reports with recommended corrective actions. Conducting standard safety and health training sessions (e.g., Hazard Communication, PPE, and lockout/tagout) for facility employees; interpreting established safety regulations to provide guidance to local supervisors on routine safety matters. Coordinating the local facility's ergonomics and hazard communication programs; conducting standard ergonomic assessments and recommending adjustable equipment or workstation improvements. GS‑09 Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS‑07 grade level, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Assisting in administering the SOH program at a local facility by collecting safety compliance data, maintaining local safety records, and participating in routine program reviews under the guidance of a senior specialist. Participating in routine safety and health inspections of standard office and low‑risk work areas; using established checklists to identify common hazards and drafting basic hazard reports for supervisor review. Assisting higher‑grade specialists in investigating minor workplace incidents; collecting preliminary statements, documenting the scene, and preparing draft incident logs for review. Coordinating and co‑facilitating basic safety orientation training for new employees; distributing standard safety training materials, maintaining training attendance databases, and answering basic questions using established safety manuals. Administering ergonomic self‑assessment questionnaires to office staff; conducting basic workstation check‑ins and referring complex ergonomic issues to a higher‑level specialist. Education In lieu of specialized experience, qualification may be attained with the following education or a combination of education and experience. Undergraduate or graduate degree in safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or related fields, including at least 24 semester hours of relevant study. GS‑11: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M. if related. GS‑09: Master’s or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D. if related. A transcript must be submitted with the application for those qualifying through education. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr