District Two Safety Officer Job at Wyoming Department of Transportation (Casper)

Job Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to delivering a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are currently seeking a qualified and motivated OSHA Specialist to support and enhance our commitment to workplace safety. This position plays a critical role in coordinating with WYDOT's Employee Safety Program to ensure district employees are properly trained and consistently adhere to all agency safety policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal safety regulations.

Job Responsibility

Coordinate with the WYDOT Employee Safety Program to implement safety initiatives
Ensure compliance with WYDOT safety policies, OSHA standards, and state and federal safety requirements
Develop, deliver, and document formal and informal safety training program
Certify and instruct employees in required safety practices and procedures
Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across district operations
Ensures employees attain and apply all aspects of personal and workplace safety
Collaborates with WYDOT supervisors and department management
Takes proactive steps through site visits and incident investigations to ensure district employees are applying personal and workplace safety
Collaborates with district facilities coordinator on annual informal inspections of all the district's facilities to ensure all safety compliance are utilized
Completes inspection reports and tracks documented deficiencies and corrective actions
Provides on-the-job training during routine and special surveys for inspections
Provides technical assistance and training to ensure any identified hazards are corrected
Assists with review of current safety policies and procedures, including current program/crew safety programs
Attend and support crew and job site safety meetings
Prepare training materials and training aids
Coordinate training sites and schedules
Provide guidance, training, and best-shared practices
Research, develop, and propose best practices in safe operating procedures and policies
Aid in updating and developing WYDOT Safety manuals and policies
Create and manage electronic forms and utilize WYDOT's safety management and computer database systems
Create data analysis reports

Requirements

Knowledge of report writing
Knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures regarding safety
Knowledge of industrial hygiene and safety and their application to industry, other commercial enterprises, government, private organizations, etc.
Knowledge of safety inspection procedures
Knowledge of accident investigation techniques
Knowledge of CDL requirements
Valid driver's license
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) OR Bachelor's Degree with 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA)

Nice to have

Current CDL Holders
OSHA 10
30 Hours Instructor certification
First Aid/CPR/AED (Adult, Child, Infant) certification
Hazardous Materials Specialist certification
Knowledge of report writing
Knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures regarding safety

What we offer

$2,000 Hiring Bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

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