Safety Officer II or III

Texas Department of Transportation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Safety Officers II and III to oversee safety programs in Fort Worth. Responsibilities include administering safety training, coordinating safety awards, and investigating accidents. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting a culture of safety within the organization.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in occupational safety for Safety Officer II.
• 2 years of experience in occupational safety for Safety Officer III.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Administers new employee driver's orientation and vehicle safety program.
• Coordinates employee safety awards and conducts safety meetings.
• Investigates employee accidents and prepares reports.

Skills

Applicable industry safety standards

Public relations

Data collection

Instructing others

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Business Admin

Job description

Safety Officer II:

Assists in overseeing the Fort Worth district safety program in accordance with the Occupational Safety Division Manual. Works to create an active interest in accident prevention and the safety program. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Safety Officer III:

Assists in overseeing the Fort Worth district safety program in accordance with the Occupational Safety Division Manual. Works to create an active interest in accident prevention and the safety program. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

• Administers the new employee driver's orientation program and the vehicle safety program.
• Assists or serves as the Substance Control Officer.
• Coordinates and schedules employee safety awards and the annual Safety Awards Banquet/Truck Roadeo.
• Develops localized policies, procedures, guidelines and rule interpretations to comply with federal, state and local
  rules and regulations.
• Coordinates safety meetings; usually involves planning, conducting, coordinating schedules and providing literature and
  audio-visual material.
• Investigates employee accidents, prepares reports and maintains records; identifies injury types and accident causes,
  recommends preventative actions and conducts follow-up investigations.
• Plans, schedules and administers training on safety issues including defensive driving, CPR, first-aid, fleet safety and
  hazardous materials; maintains training records.
• Plans, schedules and monitors programs or activities that promote employee safety and accident prevention.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Safety Officer III:

• Inspects equipment and work areas.

Minimum Qualifications:

Safety Officer II

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety , Industrial Technology, Business Admin or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 1 year occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Safety Officer III:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety , Industrial Technology, Business Admin or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 2 years occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Safety Officer II & III:

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Safety Officer II:

• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Construction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilities
• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and
  external
• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience
  understanding and keep the group focused
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Instructing others
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to
  accomplish organizational goals

Additional Competencies for Safety Officer III:

• Researching, evaluating and interpreting complex information
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Safety Officer II & III:

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Driver's record check will be conducted by the Department. Satisfactory driving records are required for driving state or
  personal vehicles and motor driven equipment to conduct agency business.
• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.

Safety Officer III:

• Must have OR obtain within one year from date of employment, one of the following professional safety designations : (1)
  Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC); (2 ) General Industry/Construction Industry Outreach Instructor or Certified Safety and Health
  and Health Official (CSHO); (3) Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or
  Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or (4) equivalent training or certification as determined by the Occupational Safety Division
  (OCC).