Position Information

Do you thrive in environments where safety is top priority? Join our team and help us maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance as our District Safety Officer. We are looking for two proactive and detail-oriented individuals who can identify potential hazards, implement safety protocols and foster a culture of safety awareness.

As a safety officer, you will implement safety measures and educate staff on best practices. If you have a strong background in safety, excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining a safe work place, we want to hear from you!

A job simulation to assist the hiring supervisor assess skills, knowledge, and abilities with reading, interpreting, and implementing drawings and schematics will be part of the interview.

Salary/ Plan Grade:

Safety Officer II: B19 $50,004 - $72,408 / yearly

Safety Officer III: B21 $51,278 - $82,901 / yearly

Safety Officer IV: B23 $58,184 - $94,913 / yearly

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Position Description

Oversees or assists in overseeing a district, division or marine safety program in accordance with the Occupational Safety Division Manual or Rules and Regulations Governing Ferry Operations. Works to create an active interest in accident prevention and the safety program. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for a Safety Officer II include:

• Maintains a comprehensive written hazard communication program for the district; develops local policies, procedures, guidelines and rule interpretations to comply with federal, state and local rules and regulations.
• Administers the new employee driver's orientation program and the vehicle safety program.
• Coordinates and schedules employee safety awards and the annual Safety Awards Banquet/Truck Roadeo
• Develops localized policies, procedures, guidelines and rule interpretations to comply with federal, state and local rules and regulations.
• Answers safety-related inquiries and complaints from the public.
• Coordinates safety meetings; usually involves planning, conducting, coordinating schedules and providing literature and audio-visual material.
• Plans, schedules and administers training on safety issues including defensive driving, CPR, first-aid, fleet safety and hazardous materials; maintains training records.
• Plans, schedules and monitors programs or activities that promote employee safety and accident prevention.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for a Safety Officer III include:

• Monitors compliance with material safety data sheet (MSDS) requirements and monitors and recommends updates for Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) plan.
• Investigates employee accidents, prepares reports and maintains records; identifies injury types and accident causes, recommends preventative actions and conducts follow-up investigations.

Additional duties for a Safety Officer IV include:

• In a district, assists or serves as the Hazardous Materials Coordinator as an adjunct duty.
• Inspects equipment and work areas.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Safety , Industrial Technology, Business Admin or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part time equivalent).

Safety Officer II: 1 year occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.

Safety Officer III: 2 years occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.

Safety Officer IV: 3 years occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Competencies for a Safety Officer II include:

• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements
• Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goal

Additional competencies for a Safety Officer III include:

• Construction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilities
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
• Researching, evaluating and interpreting complex information

Additional competencies for a Safety Officer IV include:

• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Investigative practices and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Additional Conditions for Safety Officer III and IV:

• Must have OR obtain within one year from date of employment, one of the following professional safety designations : (1)
  
  Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC); (2 ) General Industry/Construction Industry Outreach Instructor or Certified Safety and Health
  
  and Health Official (CSHO); (3) Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or
  
  Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or (4) equivalent training or certification as determined by the Occupational Safety Division
  
  (OCC).