Safety Officer II

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services seeks a Safety Officer II in Austin, TX to lead loss prevention and health safety programs across agencies. You will develop, implement, and evaluate safety policies, conduct on-site inspections, ergonomic assessments, training, and incident investigations to reduce exposures and injuries.

Requires experience in safety operations, knowledge of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and ability to analyze data and prepare reports.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety and health rules, regulations and standards, including the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of the investigative processes (accident/injury investigation).
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.

Responsibilities

• Implements the safety program for the Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies focusing on loss prevention, reduction and control, and agency specific health and safety programs. (25%)
• Conducts safety reviews, on-site inspections of properties and facilities to identify hazards, risk exposures, fire safety concerns, conducts training for HHS employees, conducts ergonomic assessments, investigates accidents and provides emergency management support to HHS agencies. (25%)
• Conducts surveys, safety audits, and inspections of HHS offices and programs to ensure a safe environment and compliance with safety rules and standards. (15%)
• Conducts job safety analyses, identifies concerns, and recommends corrective action. (10%)
• Reviews files, reports and programs for compliance with state and federal statutes and guidelines relating to safety and health. (10%)
• Responsible for coordinating and compiling loss information for safety reports. (10%)
• Identifies areas in need of improvement and makes recommendation for improvements. (5%)

Skills

Safety knowledge

Data analysis

Training development

Report writing

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Safety management systems

Job description

Date: Aug 26, 2026

Location:

AUSTIN, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Safety Officer II

Job Title: Safety Offcr II

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Risk Management and Safety

Posting Number: 20522

Closing Date: 09/09/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Range: $4,020.33 - $5,178.00

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-19

Shift: Day

Telework:

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST

Other Locations:

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Brief Job Description

At the direction of the Health and Human Services Security and Risk Management Manager, this position implements the safety program for the Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies. Work involves continual development and implementation safety program focusing on loss prevention, reduction and control, and agency specific health and safety programs. Performs moderately responsible and complex duties in collaboration with all HHS agencies to identify, minimize and control exposure to all types of losses. Duties include establishing safety priorities and goals, developing and revising safety policies and procedures as needed, participating in the safety training and education of HHS employees, and evaluating the accident and injury information to determine ways to reduce accidents and injuries. Work involves conducting safety reviews, on-site inspections of properties and facilities to identify hazards and risk exposures, conducting ergonomic assessments, conducting training for agency staff, investigating accidents and providing emergency management support to HHS agencies. Reviews files, reports and programs for compliance with state and federal statutes and guidelines relating to risk management, safety and health. Responsible for coordinating and compiling loss information for safety reports. Other duties as assigned. Some travel is required.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Implements the safety program for the Health and Human Services (HHS) agencies focusing on loss prevention, reduction and control, and agency specific health and safety programs. (25%)
• Conducts safety reviews, on-site inspections of properties and facilities to identify hazards, risk exposures, fire safety concerns, conducts training for HHS employees, conducts ergonomic assessments, investigates accidents and provides emergency management support to HHS agencies. (25%)
• Conducts surveys, safety audits, and inspections of HHS offices and programs to ensure a safe environment and compliance with safety rules and standards. (15%)
• Conducts job safety analyses, identifies concerns, and recommends corrective action. (10%)
• Reviews files, reports and programs for compliance with state and federal statutes and guidelines relating to safety and health. (10%)
• Responsible for coordinating and compiling loss information for safety reports. (10%)
• Identifies areas in need of improvement and makes recommendation for improvements. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of safety and health rules, regulations and standards, including the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of the investigative processes (accident/injury investigation).
• Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Skill in the operation of computers and in using applicable computer software (e.g. SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite)
• Skill in developing training and other presentation materials to a diverse population.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate safety and health programs.
• Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts.
• Ability to devise solutions to safety problems.
• Ability to develop policies and procedures, and to prepare reports.
• Ability to train others.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None required.

Initial Screening Criteria

High School Diploma or Equivalent and two or more years of experience working in a safety position.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market: Austin