OSHA Compliance Officer 2024-01340

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OSHA Compliance Officer 2024-01340

Salary

$32.52 Hourly

Location

Casper, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-01340

Department

Department of Workforce Services

Division

Office of the Director - Cheyenne

Opening Date

07/05/2024

Closing Date

8/3/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

INOS09

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Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

OSHA Compliance Officers schedule and conduct comprehensive OSHA health and safety inspections, discrimination investigations, and fatality investigations of Wyoming workplaces to enforce the safety and health standards of the Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Act for both private and public sector employers and write extensive reports documenting hazards or violations when observed.

In addition to compensation, employment at the Department of Workforce Services provides the following:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• For additional information regarding the benefits package please visit https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefits

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Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Make independent decisions in the field regarding rules and regulations, interpretation, and their application to specific site conditions.

• Interview on-site management, employees, general contractors, and subcontractors to determine employee exposure and employer knowledge in a formal and informal setting.

• Schedule and conduct comprehensive safety and health surveys of industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, public agencies, agricultural businesses, construction work sites, and oil and gas drilling, servicing, and special supervising activities.

• Analyze the workplace to identify potential and existing safety and health hazards.

• Provide specific cost-benefit analysis information to demonstrate the value of a safe workplace, evaluate accident trends, and educate employers.

• Determine the root cause of hazardous conditions and provide technical assistance to abate the hazards.

• Issue hazard notices, advise on agency policies and procedures, communicate abatement options, and establish reasonable correction due dates and interim protections and actions needed for hazard abatement.

• Writes policy and operating procedures for the division.

• Manage abatement responses and extension requests, providing technical assistance and training when needed.

• Evaluate safety management systems and provide recommendations.

• Determine appropriate sampling methodology that may need to be addressed in various workplaces.

• Utilize a wide variety of electronic safety and health instruments to establish compliance with health and safety-related codes and standards.

• Provide off-site technical support to interpret regulations and address workplace hazards.

• Provide verbal and written responses to the public inquiry.

• Evaluate Safety and Health Management systems to determine if employers meet federal requirements for exemption from scheduled compliance inspections.

• Award and manage clients enrolled in various programs on an annual basis.

• Design, develop, and deliver regulatory training individually or with a team, to meet the needs of employers within the state.

• Promote and market the agency's services and recognition programs to employers throughout the state.

• Provide training and information to new OSHA Compliance Officers and Consultants.

• Provide direct supervision as lead person to new consultants providing training, technical assistance, and review of work for adequate preparation, organization, and technical proficiency.

• Act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Compliance supervisor.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to applicants with the following certificates: OSH, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC, CET, GSP, SMS, ASP, CSHM, CSMP, CSSM, CSP, OR CIH or equivalent. *Preference may be given to applicants with 6 or more years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA).

**Agency requires that applicants possess a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Has substantial knowledge of Federal and Wyoming health and safety standards.

• Technical knowledge about process and safety and health hazards.

• Ability to recognize imminent danger hazards and when personal protective equipment is necessary.

• Possess an understanding of safety and health management systems, accident analysis program development, implementation, and evaluation.

• Ability to prepare and write extensive technical reports of survey findings, monitoring results, and abatement recommendations.

• Ability to record field notes accurately.

• Ability to prioritize assignments, manage caseload efficiently and ensure timely submission of reports.

• Has skills to charge, calibrate, and test specific sampling equipment and instruments used in compliance visits to ensure they remain in proper working order.

• Possess the knowledge to develop a sampling plan consistent with current professional practice.

• Knowledge of instructional design strategies adult learning principles and multicultural principles to produce effective training.

• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.

• Ability to utilize presentation equipment and sound systems.

• Ability to use presentation graphics software to develop presentation material.

• Knowledge of evaluation strategies to apply to training programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an OSHA Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an OSHA Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Annual physical examinations are required.

• Applicants must have the ability to climb, walk, carry equipment, and work at heights.

• Applicants will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as respirators, safety eyewear, hard hats, safety shoes, FRCs, and hearing protection.

• This position requires extensive travel.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt

• The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more abouthttps://www.e-verify.gov/, including your rights and responsibilities.

• Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.

• Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

• For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

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