Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist assists in the management of one or more of the divisional safety programs of the Department of Public Works (DPW) by performing case management, identifying safety hazards and training needs, conducting training classes, and documenting safety statistics. DEADLINE: 2/13/2026 11:59:00 p.m. sManagement of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesse sUse advanced case management techniques to analyze and coordinate a high-volume caseload related to work injuries, requests for accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) and Transitional Duty .Coordinate and administer drug and alcohol tests, including follow-ups, reasonable suspicion, random, post-accident, and return to duty .Research and prepare statistical reports regarding injuries and other medical conditions .Maintain up to date and detailed case notes and data; track and enter various information/data into software systems .Interpret and analyze various communications while tracking deadlines .Interact with employees, departmental staff, health care providers, assistant city attorneys, Department of Employee Relations (DER) staff, and other parties regarding case management issues .Perform administrative functions such as writing reports, completing verifications, creating training materials and PowerPoint presentations .Author, send, and receive letters and other correspondence related to work-related injuries and illnesses, requests for accommodation, and/or drug and alcohol follow-ups .Track and enter various information/data into software systems, such as CityTime, PeopleSoft, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), JJ Keller logs, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse Safety Traini ngAssist with the planning, coordination, and execution of safety training for managers, supervisors, and employee s.Create training materials, including PowerPoint Presentation s.Develop and implement safety plans and program s.Prepare and disseminate statistical report s.Staff the Peer Support Team, who are certified “Mental Health First Aiders.” Serve on an as‑needed basis at all hours to provide DPW employees an avenue to connect with trained peers in a safe, non‑judgmental, confidential environmen t.Perform safety blitzes and safety field and building audit We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 20 08. Conditions of Employ ment The Safety Specialist must be willing and able to do the follo wing: Lift, move, or transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequ ently.Visit and inspect worksites, which may require walking, crawling, crouching, reaching, balancing, and sta nding.Be available at all hours to respond to and address safety con cerns.Be available to participate in “snow monito ring.”Be available to work in rotation during snow and ice emerge rements Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety, human resources, business management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or uni versity.One year of job-related experience assessing safety and performing employee compliance on safety and/or accident prevention p rograms.Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 510-Standards for the Construction Industry certification and OSHA 511‑Standards for General Industry certification within one year of appointment and throughout emp loyment.Valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and throughout emp loyment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be co NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any j ob offers. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Char acteristi cs TechnicalKnowledge of Wisconsin’s Department of Industry, Labor, and Human Relations (DILHR) and OSHA occupational safety laws, standards, and principles.Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Knowledge of the physical sciences and engineering principles as they relat e to safety.Knowledge of effective train ing methods.Ability to conduct research and perform surveys effectively. Communication, Interpersonal, and Cus tomer ServiceVerbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to deliver engaging train ing programs.Written communication skills, including the ability to write narrative reports and co rrespondence.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a multicultural, multidisciplinary staff and with ot her agencies.Ability to function well under pressure, including during critical incident events involvi ng employees.Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with others whose backgrounds may differ fr om one’s own. Organizational and Cri tical ThinkingAbility to effectively organize, plan, coordinate, communicate, and implement safety programs, training, policies, a nd procedures.Ability to work effectively and efficiently utilizing resources to accomplish multiple tasks according to deadlines.Honesty, integrity, and a commitment to safeguarding C ity resources.Ability to maintain co nfidentiality. Current SalaryThe current starting salary range (Pa y Range 2IX) is $68,244-$89,460 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $70,974-$93,038. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subj ect to approval. The incumbents of positions in this class, if certified by the Commissioner of Public Works as being, when appropriate, regularly involved in snow and ice control operations which result in an excessive amount of overtime work, to receive 4.8% additional biweekly salary as compensation for su #J-18808-Ljbffr