Safety Officer I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina, Department of Health and Human Services, seeks a Safety Officer I (NS) to manage a comprehensive Environment of Care program at Julien F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center (ADATC).

This role ensures a safe, healthful environment for employees, patients, and visitors, and provides technical guidance on safety, emergency management, and environmental compliance. The position conducts inspections, develops corrective actions, and interfaces with workers’

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety-related field with 1 year of progressiveOccupational Safety & Health experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and state safety requirements.
• Hazard identification, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Emergency management and incident response experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication for training and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an Environment of Care program to ensure a hazard-free environment.
• Conduct safety inspections of all facility areas for regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate workers' compensation processes and return-to-work efforts.
• Provide training to staff on safety procedures and emergency plans.
• Advise management on safety policy changes and regulatory compliance.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Hazard identification

Emergency management

Communication & training

Occupational safety

Education

Bachelors in Occupational Safety/related field

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

SEC OFFICE - HUMAN RESOURCES

Job Classification Title

Safety Officer I (NS)

Position Number

60036333

Grade

NC12

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position will report to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Assistant Safety Programs Director and will manage a multifaceted safety program for Julien F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment Center (ADATC) at complies with regulations of all federal, NC, DHHS and other authorities having jurisdiction. Authorities having jurisdiction include, but are not limited to NC DOL OSH, NC OSFM, NC DEQ, CMS, and NC DHSR.

This position is also responsible for developing, coordinating, administering, and maintaining a comprehensive Environment of Care Program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards. Duties will focus on providing a safe and healthful environment for all employees, patients and visitors within this facility. This position serves as the principal technical advisor and subject matter expert to management at the facility for the development, implementation and enforcement of safety, emergency management and environmental compliance.

This position conducts specialized training for employees as required, and will interface with the workers’ compensation program in areas of accident investigations, data collection and trends and accident prevention. This position will also backup the Workers’ Compensation Administrator when needed to facilitate claims processing and communicating with employee/manager regarding claim status/outcomes. They will also assist with returning injured employees back to work and attend committees associated with the Workers’ Compensation process.

This position conducts inspections of all work areas of the facility to ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Regulations include, but are not limited to: walking-working surfaces, hazardous wastes materials and substances, personal protective equipment, control of hazardous energy, permit required confined spaces, materials handling and storage, machinery and machine guarding, hand and portable powered tools, welding, cutting and brazing, electrical and removal of lead based paint, maintenance and abatement of asbestos containing materials. This position communicates and coordinates corrective action with facility management and the Assistant Safety Programs Director regarding those programs.

This position conducts safety committee meetings and advises committee members on the number and causes of accidents and unsafe working conditions and/or practices. This position recommends policy and procedure changes to eliminate hazardous conditions and provides written recommendations required for compliance with codes and regulations.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grande Range: $47,703.00 - $83,479.00

Recruitment Range: $65,183.00 - $72,000.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety management, environmental science, public health administration, industrial technology or one of the physical sciences and one year of progressive occupational safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations. Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA standards, state safety regulations, risk management principles, and applicable healthcare and government safety requirements to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe work environment.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment. Skill in identifying workplace hazards, conducting safety inspections, performing risk assessments, investigating incidents, and developing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Emergency Management and Incident Response. Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate emergency preparedness programs, coordinate emergency response activities, and apply Incident Command System (ICS) principles during planned events and emergencies.
• Communication and Training Strong verbal and written communication skills. The ability to develop and deliver safety training, educate employees on safe work practices, prepare reports, and effectively communicate with leadership, employees, and external regulatory agencies.

Physical Requirements:

General office environment with sedentary work conditions and the ability to move to various facilities to meet with staff. Exposure to maintenance and support equipment areas, such as boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, manholes, attics, basements, construction sites, stock rooms/warehouse, etc. is periodic. There are some periods of sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, etc. There is exposure and daily use of computer display terminal. There is some travel involved. Position must often crawl and use other physical movement during the course of inspections.

_ The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date _

Internal Posting

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina State Government Employees, And Eligible RIF Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.

About Julian F. Keith (JFK) Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center

The JFK Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center serves adults in need of substance use disorder treatment and psychiatric stabilization. It offers an array of specialized programs to meet the complex needs of their population, including statewide perinatal treatment, opioid treatment, and evidence-based treatment for trauma survivors and veterans. The JFK ADATC is specifically designed to provide short-term, medically monitored detoxification/crisis stabilization to prepare adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders for ongoing community-based recovery services.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employerthat embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federallaws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. This is a requirement for submissions.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree with a major in safety management, occupational safety, industrial technology, or one of the physical sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of one year of progressive occupational and safety and health experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.