SAFETY SPECIALIST I (SR-20) [2 vacancies]
City and County of HonoluluPosition Information
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Help ensure the safety of employees and the community as a Safety Specialist I!The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS) and the Department of Environmental Services (ENV) are each hiring a Safety Specialist I!
- The BWS vacancy is within the Executive Support Office located in Pearl City.
- The ENV vacancy is within the Refuse Collection and Disposal Division located in Kapolei.
What You Will Do- Prepare safety education and training courses by selecting and assembling materials and visual aids, contacting consultants, and arranging schedules with operating departments.
- Conduct classes and meetings; assist in preparation of statistical and activity reports and safety articles; keep records of industrial accidents and injuries.
- Inspect work projects and operations and other places of work to detect and eliminate safety, health and fire hazards; inspect equipment, tools, machinery and other devices in use for compliance with State safety laws and codes and accepted safety standards; assures that proper protective accessories and apparel are worn by workers.
- Report violations, recommend correction of unacceptable and hazardous conditions and refer cases of non-compliance.
- Investigate industrial accidents injuries by reading accident reports, interviewing victims, witnesses and supervisors to determine the causative factors and circumstances, and submitting reports with recommendations for prevention of similar recurrences.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Work evening, weekends and holidays as necessary.
- Exposure to noise and dust; work at heights, confined spaces such as tunnels, wells, and reservoirs; hike in mountainous areas; walk over rough and uneven terrain; exposure to vehicular traffic at job sites; work in adverse weather conditions.
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career! Additional Job Information
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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field.Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.For example:- Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
- Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in industrial safety may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
One year of professional experience in industrial safety and accident prevention activities.
Applicable Skills Needed
Knowledge of:- safety laws and other accepted standards applicable to industrial safety and accident prevention
- industrial and construction accident hazards and methods of correction and prevention
common industrial safety devices and equipment - safety inspection principles, practices, and procedures
- safety education media, principles, and procedures
Ability to:- make safety inspections and detect unsafe conditions and practices
- interpret and enforce pertinent safety laws, codes, rules, and regulations; investigate and determine the causes of accidents
- conduct safety education and instruction courses
LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:Prior to appointment:
- Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3).
- First Aid & CPR certification.
NOTE: The above licenses and certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment. Examination Process
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If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.