OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH COMPLIANCE OFFICER I
Recruitment #15-000532-0001
Department | LABOR - Labor and Industry - MOSH |
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Date Opened | 7/16/2015 2:10:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 8/13/2015 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $34,390.00 - $54,186.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Mekia Gaskins |
Work Location |
Baltimore County
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Examples of Work:
Participates in training programs in order to learn occupational safety and health regulations and administrative procedures;
Learns to inspect work sites, machinery and equipment in places of employment to ensure compliance with all applicable occupational safety and health laws, regulations and standards;
Learns to initiate enforcement of occupational safety and health laws, regulations and standards;
Learns to test working areas for noise levels, lighting, fumes and smoke, proper electrical grounds, soil compaction and other related safety and health concerns;
Learns to observe employees at work to determine compliance with safety precautions and safety equipment used;
Learns to meet with employer and management representatives before and after the inspection to discuss such matters as the purpose and method of inspection, inspection results, applicable safety standards, areas of non-compliance, proposed penalties and recommended corrective actions;
Learns to explain applicable occupational safety and health laws and standards to advise employers of legal requirements;
Learns to investigate work-related accidents, referrals and safety and health complaints;
Learns to interview employers, employees and witnesses to obtain facts about work practices or circumstances surrounding an accident;
Learns to testify at administrative hearings and court proceedings;
Learns to prepare and maintain inspection reports which document findings, areas of non-compliance, recommended penalties and corrective action;
May conduct follow-up inspections and surveys;
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to learn and apply State and federal occupational, safety and health laws, regulations and standards;
Ability to learn and apply safety inspection and accident investigation procedures and methods;
Ability to learn the nature, purpose and safe operation of a variety of equipment, tools and machinery used in industrial, manufacturing and construction operations;
Ability to learn to recognize actual and potential safety and health hazards and recommend a corrective course of action;
Ability to learn to use a variety of testing devices and safety equipment such as amp probes, lightmeters, voltage testers and penetrometers;
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and regulations covering worker safety and health;
Ability to use algebraic and geometric equations;
Ability to prepare accurate and concise reports;
Ability to exercise tact, discretion and good judgment in dealing with employers and employees;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employers, employees, local, State and federal government personnel;
Ability to handle stressful situations such as assisting in the investigation of accidents which involve loss of life.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: None
Note: Experience in the interpretation and application of fire, health or safety regulations and the preparation of narrative reports documenting factual findings of inspections or investigations may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates with one or more of the following:
(1) Job related education or training, including college coursework;
(2) Work experience in manufacturing or construction; and/or
(3) Experience writing reports.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a phone number where they can be reached.
2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.
Applicants who demonstrate they meet minimum requirements will be admitted to the written examination for this classification
Successful applicants will be placed on a certified list categorized as Best Qualified, Better Qualified or Qualified.
The certified list will be used by DLLR for a period of one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. A copy of your proof of eligibility (DD 214) for Veterans’ Credit must be in this office and completely verified before Veterans’ Credit will be approved. Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of eligibility for Veterans’ Credit.
If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail to mekia.gaskins@maryland.gov or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION
Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:
DLLR Office of Human Resources
Attn: Mekia Gaskins, 15-000532-0001
1100 N. Eutaw Street, Rm. 100
Baltimore, MD 21201
The MD State Application Form can be found online
Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.