SAFETY SPECIALIST II (SR-22) [1 vacancy]

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of Honolulu is seeking a Safety Specialist II for the Department of Parks and Recreation. Responsibilities include developing and conducting safety programs, supervising staff, and participating in emergency responses. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience in industrial safety.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in industrial safety.
• Knowledge of safety inspection procedures.
• Ability to instruct others in safety techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct comprehensive safety programs.
• Supervise driver trainers and conduct training classes.
• Serve as Civil Defense Coordinator during emergencies.

Skills

Knowledge of industrial accident hazards

Safety education methods

Ability to plan and execute safety programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field

Job description

Prevent Accidents, Protect Employees.
Join DPR as a Safety Specialist II!

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Executive Services Division, is looking for a Safety Specialist II in Kapolei. Under the general direction of the Administrative Services Officer II, this position plans, develops, coordinates and conducts a comprehensive safety and accident prevention program for the Department; conducts training classes; supervises the Department's driver trainers and mechanical maintenance education program; and performs other related duties. May serve on various departmental committees. Work schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM (subject to change).

Special Work Requirements: Serves as Civil Defense Coordinator during civil defense emergencies and will be required to work evenings, holidays and weekends during civil defense emergencies.

Apply Today! If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening, as well future vacancies for this job title.


Applications must be submitted online athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/honolulu to be accepted.

*** Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.***

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.

The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement: In order to be given credit for your education, clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement. If available, please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time, please note that if selected for the job, you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Three years ofprofessional (post-bachelor's degree, non-clerical) experience in industrial safety and accident prevention activities.

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of: industrial accident hazards and methods of correction and prevention; industrial safety devices and equipment; safety education and publicity media, principles, methods, and practices; and safety inspection principles, practices, and procedures. Such experience must also have demonstrated the ability to: plan, execute, and coordinate an effective safety and accident prevention program; and instruct others in safety techniques, causes of accidents, and accident prevention.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation......................................100%