Occupational Safety Specialist - Anticipated Vacancy

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Maine Department of Transportation 

Salary: $49,275.20 - $69,139.20

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Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations    

Location: Augusta, Me

Opening Date: May 7, 2026

Closing Date: May 21, 2026

Job Description:

This is professional services work involving the safety of people and protection of equipment. The work involves identification of risks through the assessment of work and inspection of machinery, equipment, construction projects, and state buildings. Responsibilities include staying current on and interpreting the laws, rules, and regulations of OSHA, the Bureau of Labor Standards, other regulatory agencies, and Department policies and procedures to ensure safety and health standards are understood and utilized to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. A primary role is the development and delivery of safety and health related training throughout MaineDOT.

Additionally, this position is responsible for auditing and evaluating work conditions, performing personal protective equipment assessments, and addressing safety and health concerns with the intent of developing approved solutions and opportunities in the form of recommending changes to existing and development of new health and safety policies, programs, and work practices. 

The Occupational Safety Specialists function as a team, individuals provide support and are a resource to other Occupational Safety Specialists throughout the Department. Positions in this classification are differentiated from Safety Compliance Officers because the work requires consultation and advising employers in developing safety compliance programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Six (6) years of education and/or experience in health and safety, fire safety, or directly related area.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or for general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov   

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.

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If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.

Salary : $11,197 - $12,514