Safety & Occupational Health Program Specialist

US National Park Service; Glen Jean (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Park Service is seeking a FUL - Safety and Occupational Health Specialist to support the Safety and Occupational Health Program by performing recurring assignments to control hazards and risk in human performance which may cause injury to persons or damage to property.

The position requires a master’s degree or two years of graduate study in safety/occupational health, and emphasizes the need to document hours per week worked and to include transcripts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in safety or occupational health (or equivalent graduate study) with transcripts required.
• Must include hours per week worked on resume for crediting experience.
• Experience in safety/occupational health program elements and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety or occupational health program elements.
• Develop and recommend safety policies and procedures.
• Apply safety laws, regulations, and best practices to reduce hazards.
• Develop or implement programs to reduce accidents and illnesses.
• Train workers and supervisors in safety/occupational health topics.
• Inspect workplaces for compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Safety program mgmt

Hazard analysis

Training

Policy development

Industrial hygiene

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's in safety/occupational health

Job description

The US National Park Service is seeking a FUL - Safety and Occupational Health Specialist to support the Safety and Occupational Health Program by performing recurring assignments to control hazards and risk in human performance which may cause injury to persons or damage to property.

The position requires a master’s degree or two years of graduate study in safety/occupational health, and emphasizes the need to document hours per week worked and to include transcripts.