Title:  Senior Occupational Safety Compliance Officer

Overview

The Vermont Department of Labor exists to improve the lives of working Vermonters. The Department's Vermont Occupational Safety and Health Administration (VOSHA) enforces the OSH Act of 1970 to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses through enforcement, training, and outreach. The Vermont Department of Labor, Workplace Safety, is headquartered in Montpelier with additional locations in Burlington and Rutland. The individual will report directly to the VOSHA Chief Compliance Supervisor and work closely with the Program Manager. 

The VOSHA team is a dedicated group of safety and health experts looking for an expert in general industry safety, construction safety, or someone who has comparable and relevant safety experience. Previous experience as a CSHO is strongly preferred. 

The Senior Occupational Safety Compliance Officer will conduct inspections, accident investigations, fatality investigations, recommend citations, and work directly with employers and employees. They will bring senior guidance and expertise to the team and will support team development through mentoring and working with other employees. This individual will be professional, courteous, and direct when working with the public. If you enjoy working with the public, have extensive safety and/or construction knowledge, and strive to keep working Vermonters safe then we encourage you to apply!

Who May Apply

This position, Senior Occupational Safety Compliance Officer (Job Requisition #52976), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact anna.hill@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in various settings, including a standard office, or in the field at industrial facilities, construction sites, or any workplace where occupational hazards may occur. Field travel is involved for which private means of transportation is required. Exposure to hazardous substances / situations may occur. Incumbents may be required to wear certain personal protective equipment, including respirators at some locations. Interaction with employees and employers is involved, some of whom may assume strong, differing opinions as to the existence or cause of occupational illnesses and injuries, or governmental regulation in general.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, industrial management, or closely related field AND two (2) years or more experience in plant safety, industrial engineering, plant maintenance engineering, or industrial work.

OR

Four (4) years or more experience in plant safety, industrial engineering, plant maintenance engineering, or industrial work.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience as an Occupational Safety Compliance Officer.

Preferred Qualifications

Independent performance of job with minimal supervision.
Case writing done with minimal need for minimum edits by management.
Case completion of 50+ cases in year prior to promotion.
Ability to perform high quality accident and fatality investigations

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.