RAILROAD INSPECTOR I-RE-POST

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1100 N. Eutaw Street, 6th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201

Performs regulatory inspections and monitors all railroad carriers operating within the State of Maryland to reduce railroad related accidents, injury, deaths and property damage. This position enforces regulations under current Railroad Safety and Health Annotated Codes of Maryland, COMAR 09.12.91 and current CFR Codes issued by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

Conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections and re-inspections of interstate and intrastate railroad carriers, private industries, excursion railroads (i.e. Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, B&O Railroad Museum) and assists amusement ride inspectors on railroad related equipment (track) for the purpose of enforcing and promoting compliance with State and Federal Regulations. Issues condition reports, and civil penalties (if warranted) notifying railroad carriers, private industries and appropriate regulatory agencies of railroad safety standards, deficiencies and violations while advising them if the need for remedial actions are necessary. Meet with the Chief Inspector, rail carrier employees, labor organizations and State and Federal regulatory agencies to discuss and recommend possible solutions to assure compliance. Overnight stay and travel as required.

 

Investigates railroad accidents/incidents in order to determine if their probable cause was due to track related failure. Prepares detailed narrative reports to document the findings of investigations and related inspections. Issues condition reports, and civil penalties (if warranted). Overnight stay and travel as required.

 

Attend State of Maryland and FRA conferences and training courses to remain cognizant of changes in State of Maryland and Federal regulations to ensure uniform and accurate application and enforcement.

 

Stays current with standard and modern technology of track design.  Overnight stay and travel as required.

 

Process and submit State and Federal inspection reports, daily reports, MD Time and travel vouchers. Performs other RS&H duties as assigned.

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience performing railroad safety or regulation compliance inspections related to track, motive power and equipment, operating practices or signal and train control.

Note: These requirements are determined by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in accordance with FRA requirements for admission to the federal training program which leads to certification as a railroad safety inspector.

Experience or training in the monitoring of operating practices as they relate to the railroad industry.

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification will be required to obtain federal certification as a railroad safety inspector within 1 year of employment. Information concerning requirements can be obtained from the Railroad Safety and Health Program, Division of Labor and Industry, Department of Licensing and Regulation, 1100 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (DLLR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to DLLR/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached, or carry an electronic pager. 

Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE AND NOT CONSIDERED IN THE SELECTION/EXAMINATION PROCESS.

Application that meet minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring unit for interview selection. Units will select those candidates most closely demonstrating the qualifications for interview.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation at 410-230-6317.

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 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 OOA/Office of Human Resources
Attn: 17-001859-0001 Railroad Inspector I (FR) 
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.