What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant, Safety III - 518780 position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
External - Posting Description
Consultant, Safety III - 518780
Organization: Generation
Department: Safety Operations
Work Location: Rogersville, Tennessee / Supporting Knoxville, Tennessee area
Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 8/27/2026
Posting Close: 9/9/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
Position Purpose: Develop and deliver a tactical and consolidated safety and health program for assigned TVA customer base. Develop and deliver progressive programs and initiatives including safety program design and implementation, OWCP cost management, emergency response and security planning, and other programs designed to promote a skilled and safe workplace.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Principal Accountabilities
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard):
Education –A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Safety, Safety-Related Engineering or documented evidence of equivalent education, training and experience.
Experience – Minimum 7 years industrial occupational health and safety experience, which includes project management leading to practical knowledge of the theory and principles related to the administration of industrial safety and health programs, protection of facilities and human life.
Certification/License, etc —
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Demonstrated effective written and oral communication, leadership and teamwork skills and the ability to be open to questions and suggestions and to pursue answers and resolutions.
Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; work on uneven ground; able to bend, stoop, kneel and work in confined spaces; must be able to work in hot and cold stress environments. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position/access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
Consultant, Safety III - 518780
Organization: Generation
Department: Safety Operations
Work Location: Rogersville, Tennessee / Supporting Knoxville, Tennessee area
Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 8/27/2026
Posting Close: 9/9/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
Position Purpose: Develop and deliver a tactical and consolidated safety and health program for assigned TVA customer base. Develop and deliver progressive programs and initiatives including safety program design and implementation, OWCP cost management, emergency response and security planning, and other programs designed to promote a skilled and safe workplace.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Principal Accountabilities
- Requires in-depth experience, knowledge, and skills in safety to develop and deliver tactical day-to-day safety, health and related services to assigned TVA customer base.
- Consults with customer base, understands the business, and works with line managers to develop and deliver tactical programs which enhance workforce strategies and improve efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.
- Proactive in assessing health and safety costs and evaluating trends and best practices.
- Perform investigations of major events, such as serious accidents and hazardous materials incidents and provides technical direction for the development and implementation of corrective action programs.
- Perform routine and special inspections and analysis of job and system hazards, develops recommendations to improve working environments from a safety and health standpoint, and provides field support and assistance to remote work locations for implementation of safety programs.
- Deliver safety and health initiatives in a manner that will lead culture change throughout the TVA organization.
- Delivers day-to-day process, planning and implementation of OWCP cost management and recovery initiatives.
- Ensures compliance with all health and safety standards, including federal and state regulatory compliance, and provides interpretation of these standards.
- Responsible for the development of health and safety plans, including goals and objectives and for reporting performance to ensure compliance with the plan and recommend corrective action as required.
- Develop procedures in accordance with OSHA regulations and other requirements in implementing the program.
- Requires the ability to solve moderately complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- Requires the ability to work independently with minimal guidance on safety and health issues and program implementation.
- Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and may assist with directing the work of developmental consultants.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent with Classification Standard):
Education –A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Safety, Safety-Related Engineering or documented evidence of equivalent education, training and experience.
Experience – Minimum 7 years industrial occupational health and safety experience, which includes project management leading to practical knowledge of the theory and principles related to the administration of industrial safety and health programs, protection of facilities and human life.
Certification/License, etc —
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Demonstrated effective written and oral communication, leadership and teamwork skills and the ability to be open to questions and suggestions and to pursue answers and resolutions.
Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; work on uneven ground; able to bend, stoop, kneel and work in confined spaces; must be able to work in hot and cold stress environments. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position/access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
- Email documents to [email protected]