Security Risk Officer

Dept-of-Employment-Service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 93,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Government in Washington, DC seeks a Security Risk Officer to monitor safety and security issues across department facilities and worksites, working with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure compliance. The role includes implementing policies, conducting inspections, and coordinating with safety agencies.

Qualified applicants will have experience in safety and security within a government setting, and will undergo enhanced suitability screening due to the sensitive nature of the work.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety and security related to agency operations.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.

Responsibilities

• Implements safety and security policies for agency operations, facilities and equipment.
• Schedules and conducts inspections to ensure compliance with safety criteria and manages corrective actions.
• Prepares written and oral reports with recommendations for action.

Job description

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This position is located in the Department of Employment Services (DOES), Operations Bureau. The Department of Employment Services (DOES) mission is to connect District residents, job seekers, and employers toopportunities and resources that empower fair, safe, effective working communities. The incumbent functions as Security Risk Officer and is responsible for monitoring all occupational safety and security issues in all department facilities and worksites and to assist in the abatement of safety and security deficiencies in these areas. The incumbent will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure all safety measures are in compliance and adhered to.

Duties and Responsibilities

Implements safety and security policies, procedures, programs and guidelines applicable to agency operations, facilities and equipment. Surveys agency facilities and worksites routinely to determine compliance with established safety standards; devises and implements measures to control and/or alleviate recognized hazards; advises Chief Operating Officer of the safety measures which may need to be immediately employed; and seals off areas until corrective action has been taken.

Plans, schedules, and conducts inspections of department facilities and worksites to identify and correct hazards and ensure compliance with established safety criteria – and then follows up to ensure that the necessary corrective actions have been taken. Serves as Liaison with national and local safety agencies (OSHA, NIOSH, NSC, HSEMA, Police and Fire Departments, etc.) to discuss improved safety and security mechanisms, techniques and technologies with these agencies. Prepares comprehensive written and oral reports of identified safety and other hazards with recommendations for corrective action.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized Experience

Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None.

Working Conditions/Environment

The work is performed in a normal office setting.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty

Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm

Operating Status

In-Person reporting, flexible and limited telework options available upon position eligibility and operational needs.

Promotion Potential

No known promotion potential

Duration of Appointment

Career Service – Term NTE 13-Months

Pay Plan, Series and Grade

CS-0301-13

Salary

$93,069-$119,916; Based on qualifications and funding

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union)

This position is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Unit.

Position Designation

This position has been designated as Security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.

Residency Preference

Applicants claiming “Residency Preference” will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement

The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.