Safety Specialist, Senior

Everett - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 82281 - 100105

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Description

BASIC FUNCTION

Assists the County Safety Officer with the compliance with federal state and local regulations implementation of safety education and accident prevention programs an promoting a safe environment for employees and customers.

Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

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Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Develops and implements safety education and accident prevention programs.
Inspects county facilities construction projects and worksites to identify safety hazards unsafe working conditions and assure regulatory compliance.
Recommends measures to correct hazards and unsafe conditions.
Assists in the investigation of incidents accidents and injuries; recommends methods to prevent recurrence.
Reviews analyzes and resolves facility and employee safety issues.
Conducts employee safety training; safety meetings and group presentations to promote safety and accident prevention programs.
Interprets and applies Snohomish County safety policies and other state/federal rules and regulations pertaining to occupational safety and health in support of risk management goals.
Provides advice and technical assistance to employees regarding safety policies regulations and accident prevention practices.
Monitors and observes the work practices of contractors vendors and volunteers for compliance with all applicable safety rules and regulations.
Represents the Safety Office on various county safety committees.
Coordinates or conducts Risk Management sponsored training such as First Aid/CPR/AED hot work defensive driving.
Coordinates and monitors analytical data and compiles statistical information to produce safety performance reports.
Prepares develops and distributes safety education using various formats (ex. classroom tailgate email posters e-learning newsletters and safety website).
Uses environmental and health monitoring instruments to test and evaluate employee exposure to health hazards and environmental exposures.
Provides assistance in the technical application of specialty areas such as industrial hygiene and ergonomics.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelors degree in safety or other field directly related to occupational safety and health administration; AND five (5) years of experience in accident prevention methods safety education training safety inspection and accident prevention; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Drivers License is required. A First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required within the first six (6) months of employment.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Federal state and local industrial safety and health regulations including State General Safety Standards the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act
Washington State Industrial Insurance laws rules and regulations
county code regulations and ordinances
current office practices procedures equipment communication and software applications
safety and accident prevention principles practices and procedures
safety inspection methods and techniques
ergonomics theory and applications in an office field or industrial setting
emergency management and disaster preparedness techniques
training approaches and adult learning styles
program development implementation and evaluation practices

Ability to:

plan coordinate and conduct safety education and training programs
conduct safety inspections identify safety hazards and unsafe working conditions and recommend and implement appropriate corrective measures
investigate accidents and injuries to determine causes and recommend and implement corrective measures
read interpret understand and explain a variety of regulatory materials including Snohomish County code OSHA/WISHA/DOSH regulations and State Industrial Insurance laws rules and regulations
analyze and evaluate statistical data; prepare appropriate safety and accident prevention recommendations accordingly
write and summarize detailed and complex information in simple terms for communication to various audiences
perform audiometric tests with noise evaluating equipment including sound level meter and audio dosimeter
perform and interpret tests for Indoor Air Quality using an environmental monitoring instrument
establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of county staff

SUPERVISION
The employee reports to the County Safety Officer. The work is performed with minimum supervision and performance is reviewed through regular meetings status reports and measurable results.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is primarily performed in the supported divisions working environment with frequent field trips to work sites located throughout Snohomish County. The work may require regular use of personal protective equipment and the ability to perform strenuous activity. The employee is exposed to a variety of hazards such as working around heavy equipment and is exposed to dust fumes grease strong odors inclement weather etc. The employee may be required to work evenings weekends and holidays as necessary.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice

Required Experience:

DescriptionBASIC FUNCTION Assists the County Safety Officer with the compliance with federal state and local regulations implementation of safety education and accident prevention programs an promoting a safe environment for employees and customers.Job offers are contingent on successful completion...