"Safety Officer - Operations Services - Houston, TX"

["Stephen Irwin" <stepheni@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Title:

Job Title:	SAFETY OFFICER-OPERATIONS SERVICES
Closing Date/Time:	Continuous
Salary:	$1,472.00 - $1,734.00 biweekly $38,272.00 - $45,084.00 annually
Job Type:	Full-Time
Location:	16930 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Houston Texas
Department:	Operation Services - 1180

PN #00275

Division/ Section: Operation Services/Safety
Reporting Location: 16930 John F. Kennedy Blvd. (subject to change)
Workdays & Hours: Varied, normally M-F (subject to change)

Assist Safety Supervisor in administering Department safety programs, including Vehicle Accident Review Program and assisting Safety Representatives in conducting accident investigations and safety surveys as needed. Primary duties will focus on developing and administering Safety Training curriculum per Training Matrix, researching material needs and budget costs. Functions include administering the program, overseeing materials library, developing training calendar, monitoring proper record keeping, and conducting training of employees directly and Section trainers in train-the-trainer style when required. Duties include coordinating and utilizing HR training assets including personnel and materials sources as needed to accomplish curriculum goals.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Performing these duties will involve: standing and walking for extended periods; be able to lift up to forty (40) pounds; operating city vehicles; dealing with people in tense situations who may become confrontational, applying specialized information; speaking and writing clearly and effectively; adjusting to critical and demanding work; working in hot, cold, wet and noisy work areas; exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions; visually observing and differentiating details; attending to details amid distractions; adjusting to interruptions and changes; and working as a member of the team. Must be willing and available to work beyond normal work shift hours on callout basis and under emergency conditions including weekends, holidays, and rotation. Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearances.

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four (4) years of experience in safety administration or a closely related field. Pertinent professional experience may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class C, Texas driver’s license and compliance with city’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

 PREFERENCES:

Completion of advanced training resulting in certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is preferred. Possess good computer skills and knowledge of combustible/toxic air monitoring, photographic equipment, and noise level instruments. Ability to operate audio visual equipment and train personnel.

 GENERAL INFORMATION:

SELECTION/SKILLS TEST REQUIRED

Application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only original applications, resumes and online submissions are accepted for Houston Airport System jobs, and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 611 Walker St., 1st floor or for advanced consideration, submitted online at:
www.fly2houston.com
Our TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) phone number is 713.837.9471. Candidates will be notified of their application status. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

"If you need special services or accommodation, please call 281.233.1515." The Houston Airport System Human Resources TDD phone number is 281.233.1862.

Agency:	City of Houston
Address:	611 Walker    Houston,  Texas  77002  Map/Directions
Phone:	(713) 837-9302
Web Site:	http://www.houstontx.gov/jobs
E-mail:	hrresume@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx