Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 2 (Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with hazardous materials regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organization committed to public safety and service. You'll assess civil forfeiture actions, conduct compliance reviews, and interact with various stakeholders to clarify safety requirements. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule, competitive pay, and a robust benefits package that includes medical coverage, paid time off, and educational opportunities. Make a meaningful impact on transportation safety in Ohio!

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial transportation safety practices and hazardous materials compliance.
• Must maintain certifications for roadside inspections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance reviews and assessments of civil forfeiture actions.
• Communicate hazardous material safety requirements to carriers.

Skills

Compliance Enforcement

Inspection Principles

Investigation

Attention to Detail

Responsiveness

Observation

Education

48 months training or experience in commercial transportation safety practices

12 months training or experience in hazardous materials regulation compliance

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Description - Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 2 (Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer) (250003KK)

Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 2 (Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer) ( 250003KK )

Organization

Organization

: Public Utilities Commission

Agency Contact Name and Information : HUMAN RESOURCES - [e-mail].

Unposting Date

Unposting Date

: May 11, 2025, 3:59:00 AM

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : 32.08

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00-5:00 Flex Available

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill

: Compliance Enforcement

Technical Skills : Inspection Principles, Investigation, Compliance Enforcement

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Responsiveness, Observation

Agency Overview

The Public Utilities Commissions of Ohio (PUCO) affect nearly every household in Ohio. The PUCO regulates providers of all types of utility services which include electric and natural gas companies, local and long-distance telephone, water and wastewater, and rail and trucking companies. More recently, the PUCO gained responsibility for facilitating competitive utility choices for Ohio consumers.

To carry out our responsibilities, the PUCO employs a professional staff that includes engineers, economists, attorneys, and safety inspectors. Continually monitoring the activities of utility and transportation companies, the PUCO works to ensure safe and reliable services for all Ohioans.

Our mission is to assure all residential and business consumers access to adequate, safe, and reliable utility services at fair prices, while facilitating an environment that provides competitive choices.

Job Description

Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer (Hazardous Material Investigator Specialist 2)
Transportation Department
Compliance and Registration Division
Hourly Rate: $32.08

About the Transportation Department:

The Transportation Department’s mission is to facilitate safe and secure commercial transportation on public highways, railroads, and transportation facilities, as well as to promote quality and equitable service in a proactive manner for the public and commercial carriers in the household goods, bus, and ferry boat industries. This is accomplished through reduction and prevention of crashes involving commercial motor vehicles, reduction and prevention of hazardous materials incidents, development of consumer protection regulations, and resolution of consumer and carrier complaints.

What You'll Do:

This position as a Civil Forfeiture Compliance Officer in the Compliance Division will have two primary duties:

• Work within existing software to properly assess civil forfeiture actions against roadside inspections (hazmat and non-hazmat)
• Compliance reviews and Reports of Violation (ROV)
• Hold telephone conferences with Respondents seeking to have violations removed and/or civil forfeiture assessments reduced
• Interacts with carriers and/or shippers to ensure compliance with applicable laws and rules
• Communicates and clarifies hazardous material safety requirements to drivers, shippers, and carriers of hazardous materials
• This position expects you to obtain and/or maintain certifications required to perform roadside inspections and to attend required in-service/update training in addition to any other training assigned

Report to location: 180 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215

The employee's home must be located within 40 miles of the report to location. This position is working a remote-hybrid schedule which permits the employee to work remotely from home on designated days. This is subject to change with limited notice. A teleworking agreement must be approved by management.

PUCO core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across PUCO departments.

Salary Information: Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary is set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases, successful employees will increase a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year. In addition, the State of Ohio offers cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of public service, and wellness incentives.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

48 mos. trg. or exp. in commercial transportation safety practices & procedures; 12 mons. trg. or exp. in hazardous materials regulation compliance/enforcement; valid driver's license.

-Or 24 months as Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 1.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Compliance Enforcement

Supplemental Information

Applications must clearly indicate how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by information provided in the work experience and/or education sections on your application. If you have attached supporting documents in the past, you must make them relevant on your current application. If you do not demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications in the application, your application may be disqualified from consideration. Answering the supplement questions does not prove you meet the minimum qualifications.

***** Written and/or oral assessments will be administered in person as part of the selection process at our Columbus, Ohio central headquarter office *****

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.