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Introduction

Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for the newly-established Public Employee Safety and Health (“PESH”) Unit in our Maryland Occupational Safety and Health program.

As a member of the DLI team, you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), participation in the State pension plan, supplemental retirement options, and membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

0022

LOCATION OF POSITION

10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160, Hunt Valley, MD 21031

301 Bay Street, Suite 307, Easton, MD 21601

1710 Underpass Way, Suite 200, Hagerstown, MD 21740,

9201 Basil Court, Suite 107, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

MOSH is headquartered in Hunt Valley (Baltimore County) and has satellite offices in Easton, Hagerstown, and Largo. If the selected candidate resides nearer to one of these satellite locations, the hiring location (duty station) may be adjusted accordingly.

Main Purpose of Job

Manages the public sector unit of the State to enforce regulations and promote compliance with State Occupational Safety and Health laws, regulations and standards to improve workplace safety and health for Maryland Workers. This position supervises the day-to-day operations of the newly created Public Employees' Safety and Health (PESH) Unit within the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) program. Senate Bill 26/Ch. 608 Acts of 2025 (Davis Martinez Public Employees' Safety and Health Act) is aimed at enhancing public employee safety and health, including promulgating a workplace violence prevention standard, subjecting public bodies to penalties for violations of the MOSH Act and safety and health standards, enhancing notice and reporting requirements associated with public bodies, and establishing the PESH unit. Additionally, this position will perform other work at the direction of the Chief and/or the Assistant Commissioner to assist in project completion, supervisory duties, and/or special projects in areas such as, but not limited to, Operations, Complaint Processing, Training, Education and Outreach,Whistleblower activities, Acting Regional Supervisor duties, etc.

POSITION DUTIES

Supervises the assignment and conduct of public body field inspections of occupational safety and health compliance officers and industrial hygienists identifying unsafe and unhealthy working conditions to eliminate hazards by ensuring inspections and compliance assistance is conducted in accordance with the Field Operations Manual (FOM), current MOSH policies, and the newly mandated Senate Bill 26. Ensures that on-site inspections for serious formal complaints involving public sector entities are initiated in accordance with the FOM. This will entail communicating and coordinating with all the regional supervisors to efficiently manage agency resources and utilize investigators across the state to reach every regional area. Communicates with elected and appointed officials of various state and local agencies to explain enforcement and new penalty procedures.

Directs and trains other OSH COs in the recognition and documentation of hazards, the application of laws, regulations and standards to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses including on-the-job training in accordance with the FOM. Conducts evaluations and reviews of Compliance Officers' and Industrial Hygienists' work while performing public body and certain private sector investigations. Provides technical support to the public to enhance understanding of technical workplace hazards in accordance with the FOM.

Manages the unit's operations by conducting informal conferences and case file reviews to support Agency goals in accordance with MOSH policies and procedures and ensure enforcement consistency across all public sector workplaces covered by the law. Assigns follow-up inspections, monitors and ensures abatement compliance, coordinates issuance of failure to correct violations, and ensures compliance with penalty issuance and collections. Develops a strategic public sector enforcement plan informed by data and trends to assign compliance officer resources effectively. Ensure violations and lack of payment are copied to the relevant members of the legislature in accordance with the Davis Martinez Act and all associated reporting requirements are met.

Performs acting supervisory or other supplementary duties in the Regions as needed, and coordinates with the Chief and Assistant Commissioner on special projects to support the agency overall including outreach, operations, complaint processing, training, whistleblower activities, and related hazard identification and abatement activities within existing resources.

Performs other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: Four years of experience in the inspection of work places to ensure compliance and initiate enforcement of state and federal occupational safety and health laws, regulations and standards

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional 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 on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours to include 12 credit hours in construction, engineering, fire, manufacturing or occupational safety and health technologies for one year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non- commissioned officer in General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance classifications or General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance specialty codes in the Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

One year experience creating, implementing, or maintaining safety and health management systems.

One year experience training individuals on how to recognize and abate occupational safety and health hazards and promote safe and healthful workplaces.

Proven ability to lead a team of safety professionals, apply federal and state occupational safety regulations, assess workplace hazards, and implement corrective actions.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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.

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.

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD Labor/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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application 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 eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only. However, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

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.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking
Paid holidays 12-13 per year

Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)

State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)

Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)

Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services

Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare

State Employees Credit Union

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status. If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Brianna Freeman 410-767-8653 or submit via email to brianna.freeman1@maryland.gov. 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:

Maryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration

Attn: OSH CO SUPV (25-002171-0002) BF
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor 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.

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