Salary:$64,821 - $71,303 Annually (WWFG.09E)

Work Hours:Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. (EST) Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.

Work Location:455 Moccasin Bend Road

FLSA Status:This is a

Non-Exemptposition.

Department:Wastewater Administration / Human Resources

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for collecting and analyzing data on many types of work environments and work procedures, to include inspecting and investigating potential health hazards in the work environment, conducting tests, and measuring hazards to help prevent harm to workers, property, the environment, and the general public. Work is performed with limited supervision, and requires the use of independent judgment and discretion.

SERIES LEVEL:

The Industrial Occupational Safety Specialist is a stand-alone position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.

May conduct safety inspections in a variety of settings, to include confined spaces and areas of exposure to hazardous materials. Inspect, test, and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure that they follow safety standards and government regulations.

Prepare written reports on their findings.

May design and implement workplace processes and procedures that help protect workers from hazardous work conditions.

May educate employers and workers about workplace safety by preparing and providing training programs.

May demonstrate the correct use of safety equipment.

May oversees projects in the assigned area of responsibility.

May communicate and collaborate with internal departments, external consultants, vendors, external agencies, regulatory officials, the general public, and/or other interested parties to coordinate work activities, exchange information, and resolve problems.

May make recommendations for changes to the City Code and/or department policy.

May monitor and assist with the adherence to established safety procedures,which includes: conducting site inspections; monitoring work environments; monitoring the use of safety equipment; initiating corrective actions for noncompliance; and/or, performing other related activities.

May respond to accidents and injuries of a serious nature and perform related investigations.

May perform root cause analyses.

May monitor and assist with the enforcement of enforced departmental compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.

May respond to complaints and questions related to departmental operations; conducts related research and initiates problem resolutions. Provides technical expertise and guidance to contractors, ensuring compliance with applicable contract terms and conditions and authorizing contractor payments.

May perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of departmental operations, which may include: reviewing project progress reports; reviewing productivity levels; answering phones; preparing routine correspondence; and/or, performing other related activities.

May compile and monitor operational, administrative, and statistical data related to department operations and activities; prepares related reports, procedures, and documentation; and, makes recommendations based on findings.

May use, carry, and answer their cell phone for business purposes as determined by the assigned job duties and the department head. On-call 24/7 for safety-related issues including accidents and vehicle incidents.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrativ