Occupational Safety Advisor 9-12

State of Michigan; Michigan; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan's Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity seeks an Occupational Safety Advisor. This field position operates from a home office, serving Allegan, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Berrien, Cass and Saint Joseph counties within Michigan.

You will review safety practices, advise employers, and develop MTI curricula to improve workplace safety. Qualifications include a high school diploma with experience in safety or a bachelor's degree; drivers license and background checks are

Qualifications

• Educational level typically from high school and one of the following: safety experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in any major qualifies for the role.
• Professional level state service experience or related classifications also case-qualifiers.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate work practices, equipment, and safety programs to ensure worker protection.
• Provide advice to employers to improve workplace safety.
• Develop, organize and conduct safety training and curricula for MTI.
• Travel within Allegan, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Berrien, Cass and Saint Joseph counties; work from a home office.

Skills

Workplace safety knowledge

Hazard identification

Training delivery

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

An Occupational Safety Advisor (OSA) regularly performs professional occupational safety advisor assignments which are recognized by Civil Service as more complex than those assigned at the experienced level, i.e., occupational safety consultation, education and training to general industry businesses, unions, trade organizations, employee and employer associations, schools, colleges, municipalities, counties, and other state agencies in their assigned geographical area. Complete a variety of professional tasks such as reviewing and evaluating work practices and processes, equipment, policies and procedures, and safety and health programs to assess the adequacy of worker protection. Provide advice to employers in implementing programs to improve workplace safety. Identify potential hazards, make recommendations to correct hazards, and help solve existing safety problems consistent with the requirements of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSH) Act and best practices. Develop, organize, and conduct safety training at the employer’s site. Design course curricula, develop course materials, and conduct training for the MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI).

Work Coverage Area: The following counties: Allegan, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Berrien, Cass, and Saint Joseph counties.

Work Location:The OSA works from a home office (that is, their home). However, this is a field position that requires the establishment of the “Official Work Station” for travel purposes in Allegan, Van Buren, or Kalamazoo County.

All work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

Applicants can qualify for this position by meeting ANY of the following

• Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND one of the following:
  • One year of responsibility for workplace safety.
  • One year of experience investigating/inspecting workplaces for compliance with occupational safety standards.
  • Six years of skilled trade work experience in construction or general industry, two years of which shall have been as a journey level skilled trade worker.
• Professional level experience in the state classified service; or one year of experience in a professional trainee classification in the state classified service; or six months of experience as a Senior Executive Management Assistant 11, 13, or 15 in the state classified service.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Position requires an annual audiometric test and the mandatory use of a respirator, which requires an annual physical to ensure the ability to perform the duties of this position. Professional certification (e.g., CSP or CIH) is highly desired. Some positions may require passing a hyperbaric tunnel physical to ensure the ability to perform investigations in a pressurized tunnel.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/O/OccupationalSafetyAdvisor.pdf