Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Provide consultation services for private and public employers within the State of Wyoming. Schedule and conduct comprehensive health and safety surveys of Wyoming workplaces to educate employers and enforce the safety and health standards of the Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Act. Write extensive reports documenting hazards, evaluating safety programs, and establishing improvement plans. Provide public training classes on various regulatory topics.
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/benefit-information
Sheridan County is located in north central Wyoming. Wyoming’s Jewel, Sheridan Counties fabled western history and dramatic mountain vistas meet new west comfort and the serenity of wide-open spaces. Providing history with a view – from Main Street to the magnificent backdrop of the Bighorn Mountains – Sheridan offers modern hospitality with old west charm. https://www.sheridanwyoming.org/
Human Resources Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that 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 onsite management, employees, general contractor, 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, agricultural businesses, construction work sites, and oil and gas drilling, servicing, and special servicing activities.
- Analyze the workplace to identify potential and existing safety and health hazards.
- Provide specific 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.
- Utilize a wide variety of electronic safety and health instruments to establish compliance with health and safety-related codes and standards.
- Knowledge and ability to use current OSHA limits to determine exposures.
- Evaluate Safety and Health Management systems to determine if employers meet federal requirements for exemption from scheduled compliance inspections.
- 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 internal and external clients.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those with experience as an Industrial Hygienist, Industrial Hygiene Technician, Safety Manager, Safety Officer, Safety Technician, or Safety Training Officer. A strong knowledge base in one or more of the following; Oil and Gas, General Industry, Construction, or Industrial Hygiene preferred.
- Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Has substantial knowledge of Wyoming health and safety standards.
- Technical knowledge about processes and safety and health hazards.
- Ability to recognize imminent danger hazards and when personal protective equipment is necessary.
- Ability to possess an understanding of safety and health management systems, accident analysis and 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.
- Knowledge of instructional design strategies and 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 graphic software to develop presentation material.
- Knowledge of evaluation strategies to apply to training programs.
- Knowledge of Google products, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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:
- This position requires extensive travel.
- Travel can be required up to 50% of the time for this position.
- Applicants must have the ability to climb, walk, carry equipment, confined spaces, and work at heights.
- May be required to walk long distances, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and wear personal protective equipment (including respirators) when performing consultation evaluations at work sites.
- Potential exposure to various chemicals, noises, thermal exposures, physical hazards, and radiological exposures during evaluations.
- Applicants will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as respirators, safety eyewear, hard hats, safety shoes, FRCs, hearing protection, (including the client's requirements), etc.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-exempt
- The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses https://www.e-verify.gov/, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, 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.
- For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.
- The successful applicant will be required to have a background check.
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
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 means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
- Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
- Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
- Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
- Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
- Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
- WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.
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