Senior Safety Engineer

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the DWR Executive Safety Manager, the incumbent provides technical support for the DWR Safety Program by conducting audits, safety inspections and accident investigations. The incumbent will also develop and deliver safety training and serve as an advisor and consultant throughout the Department. Advise DWR Management regarding safety hazards and Cal/OSHA compliance ensuring the safety of SWP facilities, employees, contractors, and the public.

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Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license as travel throughout the State will be required including overnight travel. Must be available to work outside normal business hours.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The incumbent is required to work cooperatively with others; maintain regular consistent, predictable attendance; exercise good judgment; sound decisions; take independent action; act in a professional and tactful manner; reason logically and creatively; develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing; consult with and advise management and others on appropriate subject-matter areas; and gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work. In addition, the incumbent must be able to act as team leader, when appropriate represent the Executive Safety Manager in meetings and on committees in areas of responsibility.

Benefits

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Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, cover letter, and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position #50051123 and Job Control #537669 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

A Statement of Qualifications is a two-page maximum typed (Arial 12-point font) document that describes your knowledge, skills and experience that qualify you for the position.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment (T&D).

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other - Cover Letter
• Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.