Professional level in the safety and health occupation under administrative direction of the Safety Manager. Requires extensive knowledge of OSHA codes and regulations and Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation rules and laws, safety and accident investigation techniques.

Serve as experienced professional in industrial and construction safety practices, safety regulations and safety inspection techniques, facilitate development and delivery of accident and safety education programs to assure compliance with all safety laws regulations and rules in implementing, planning and administration of all activities related to safety and worker's compensation loss control programs. Act independently to ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations for an organization. Performs the material and substantial duties of the classification more than 50% of the time.

• Assist with the planning, implementation & administration of the safety program for Montgomery County. Identifies and assists resolving complex safety problems (e.g., conducts accident investigations regarding employee and citizen injuries and property loss & recommends corrective actions). Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, codes and standards in accordance with agencies such as the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (i.e., OSHA), the Public Employees Risk Reduction Program (i.e., PERRP), and the Montgomery County Risk Management policy manual. Facilitates the development and maintenance of all required reports & postings and reviews standards and regulations and advises management on any actions needed to be taken to comply with changes or updates. Work with internal & external departments & agencies (e.g. property insurance carrier, Fire Marshall, etc.) in order to be in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and best practice recommendations. Assists developing & administering Montgomery County health & safety policies, and tracking trends in areas that are identified as possible risks to the Montgomery County, (e.g., employee & consumer accidents/injuries). Facilitates Montgomery County safety committees (e.g., works with chairpersons) to assure that committees meet on a monthly to quarterly basis. Acts as a liaison to present safety issues discussed at meetings to management staff for resolution and consults with committees regarding safety awareness programs for Montgomery County (e.g. safety committees, etc.) in order to develop a positive safety culture within Montgomery County. Maintains comprehensive electronic and paper filing system which meets legal requirements for health & safety issues (e.g., Excel Spreadsheets, etc.).
  
  Assists developing and implementing health and safety programs such as HAZCOM, Respiratory Protection, and Fall Protection. Identifies and delivers required health and safety training. Conducts informational meetings and training sessions designed to promote occupational health and safety. Identifies personal protection equipment and recommends purchase of safety supplies and apparel. Provides instruction in use and care of equipment and instructs personnel on safe equipment operation and other safety procedures. Coordinates department insurance needs, safety, health and loss control activities with Risk Manager. Inspects employee work practices and procedures to identify hazardous situations and ensure compliance with safety and industrial hygiene standards, codes and regulations, and best practices recommendations. Develops and recommends in conjunction with the Safety Officer, corrective action plans and preemptively identifies actions necessary to correct unsafe conditions. Maintains a comprehensive filing system meeting legal requirements for health and safety issues and training. Prepares, maintains and posts all mandatory OSHA/PERRP reports and provides input regarding safety considerations in new facility planning. Develops and maintains in conjunction with the Safety Officer, department safety manuals and handles sensitive telephone and face-to-face inquiries. Occasionally may have contact with public, private, and government officials and may need to prepare and deliver speeches and lectures to public and professional groups.
  
  Performs the duties of the Worker's Compensation Liaison: provides consultation to injured employees and management staff regarding worker's compensation claims (e.g., assist in completing forms to initiate claims, advise of leave usage in conjunction with human resources) and assist with the coordination of the Wage Continuation and Transitional Duty programs.
  
  (Performs Related Duties As Required)

Associate's Degree in Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Safety or closely related field and two (2) years of professional experience related to job duties
-OR-
High school graduate with four (4) years of related professional experience.
Must have valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
(Other Evidences May Be Substituted)

Must complete OSHA 10 hour training for General Industry within 18 months of hire if not already completed.

To be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website.

The completed application form and supporting documentation (i.e., resume, copies of certificates, etc.) will be the primary criteria in determining an applicant's eligibility for further consideration for a position. Information showing that an applicant meets all of the minimum qualifications as stated on a vacancy announcement must appear on these documents. No additional information will be accepted after the application deadline.

We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.

All Montgomery County employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and have access to deferred compensation programs.

Benefits may vary for full-time, part-time, intermittent, and seasonal employees and/or due to union affiliation. The list below demonstrates the benefits that may be available to employees according to employment status and is subject to change.

Full-Time Employees (40 hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.

Part-Time Employees (Benefits Eligible) (scheduled 21+ hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.

Part-time Employees (Non-Benefits Eligible) (20 hours or less per week): Benefits include Long Term Sick Leave Accrual, Paid Personal Leave, and holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays.

Seasonal Employees: Benefits include Sick Leave accrued at 4.6 hours for every eighty 80 hours in active
pay status. Seasonal employees scheduled to work 40 hours during their period of employment will accrue vacation in the same manner as regular full-time employees and can use their vacation after completion of twenty-six (26) bi-weekly pay periods in active pay status. Part-time Seasonal employees (scheduled to work less than 40 hours) do not accrue vacation.

Intermittent and Temporary Employees: Long-Term Sick Leave accrual is based on hours worked.

Benefit information can be found on the Montgomery County Benefits website at: www.mcbenefits.org.