• Assist the Regional Safety Manager with the management of all administrative components of program such as budget, vendor selection, Leading Indicator (Rewards) Program, mandatory (state/federal) records management and reporting, identifying trends, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Provide, instruct, and organize safety related adult education courses to regional staff as assigned by the safety manager.
• Conduct assessments, perform tasks, and provide consultation on ergonomics/equipment usage and selection to assure human factor engineering is best suited to the employee.
• Oversee the delivery of Regional Protection Programs (Respiratory, Confined Space, Lead Exposure, Blood Born Pathogen) and work with managers and employees to identify and implement safety improvements.
• Conduct surveillance tasks (i.e., indoor air quality, lead, noise dosimetry) and serve as a regional expert for testing and exposure mitigations efforts to meet regulatory compliance.
• Determine compliance with WAC, RCW, Fire and Life Safety Codes are being adhered to and address gaps in protocol as warranted.

• Ability to travel regularly around the region and state to complete essential job functions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

• A bachelor's degree in in occupational health and safety, safety studies, natural science, business or public administration, education, or allied field.
• Three (3) years of work experience as a safety professional.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
• In accordance with our collective bargaining agreements, employees in represented positions must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

To be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Andrew Huff, at huffan@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ-03897e in the subject line.