What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Safety Specialist position at City of El Paso?
MOS Codes: None
Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, Risk Management, Occupational Safety, Business, Public Health, Science Education, or a related field, and two (2) years of experience in risk reduction, occupational health, or safety program administration.
Licenses and Certificates: Valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
Special Requirements: Positions requiring a CDL or positions of a safety sensitive are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.
Under direction, responsible for the administration and execution of activities outlined in City-wide comprehensive safety plans to ensure local, state, and federal legal/regulatory compliance of safety programs and initiatives.
Ensure compliance. Involves: Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations across programs, including Hazard Communication (HazCom), industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, PPE, fire protection, confined space entry, and equipment and driver safety. Conducts inspections and assessments across various municipal operations, prepares accident and incident reports, maintains safety equipment, organizes drills, and coordinates with emergency services as needed. Develops and recommends safety policies and procedures, supports emergency preparedness efforts, and serves as a liaison with internal departments, external agencies, and the Safety Committee.
Supervisory duties, as assigned. Involves: Overseeing designated staff, coordinating work activities, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to policies and safety standards. This position is designated as essential personnel and must report to work during emergencies. Other duties are performed as assigned.
Applicants are being tested on a conditional basis pending a review of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed for applicants who pass the Supplemental Questions exam.
Per CSC Rules & Regulations, after review of the minimum qualifications for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam, a passing score, combined with applicable seniority points and veteran points, will be used to create a list of candidates.
To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.
Salary : $55,966 - $83,949