SAFETY SPECIALIST

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Safety Specialist

Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT)

Division of In-House Construction

Number of Positions: 2

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $66,672*; Grade V-13

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on Friday, August 23, 2024.

*NOTE: This title is on a step schedule and the salary range for the grade V-13 schedule is $66,672 - $112,212. New hires will start at the first step of $66,672 annually. The starting salary is non-negotiable.

This position is open to the public and all current city employees covered under the City's Collective Bargaining Agreement with the LABORERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF N.A. LOCAL 1001 (BU#54). Only employees currently in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Under supervision, inspects safety and accident prevention practices in the workplace, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists in developing and implementing departmental safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Inspects work areas and/or construction sites to ensure working conditions are in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and municipal and state safety regulations and policies
• Makes recommendations to correct observed and reported safety violations and to implements safe work practices including the use of protective gear (e.g., helmets, steel tipped shoes, safety glasses, gloves)
• Checks safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, alarms, first aid, emergency equipment) for proper working condition
• Ensures that safety precautions (e.g., warning signs, barricades) are posted near construction or hazardous sites
• Ensures proper procedures are followed and rescue equipment is accessible to crews working in confined spaces and during excavations
• Prepares and issues warnings, and/or letters or notification to address violations of safety policies and procedures
• Investigates accidents to determine their cause and to develop methods and procedures to prevent future occurrences
• Evaluates automotive and personal injury accident reports for evidence of cause and prepares reports on findings
• Conducts employee training sessions on safety policies and practices and arranges for product manufacturers to train employees on the proper use of safety equipment and gear
• Maintains complete and accurate records of personal injury and property accidents
• Drives to field sties to observe practices
• Reviews safety policies and practices and assists in updating departmental manuals and policies
• Attends and/or chairs safety meetings and committees
• Performs other related job duties as assigned

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location: 1501 W. Pershing

Chicago, IL 60609

Days: Monday-Friday

Hours: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS

Two years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma at time of processing, if applicable.

NOTE : You must provide your valid US driver's license at the time of processing.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

• Exposure to loud noise

• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., construction sites, heavy machinery)

EQUIPMENT

• Cameras and related photography equipment

• Safety Vest

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required

• Ability to walk and stand for extended or continuous periods of time

• Ability to work various hours/shifts

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to successfully pass a written job knowledge exam and complete an interview. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after the test results have been analyzed and compiled. Candidates who pass the exam will be selected for an interview. The interviewed bidders receiving a passing score on the exam and possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement .

Preference will be given to external candidates possessing the following:

• Previous work experience in the knowledge of safety and code standards specific to construction, including OSHA standards
• Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, and/or hold an Associate Safety Professional certification
• Previous knowledge of safety equipment and maintenance procedures to ensure safe working conditions for employees
• OSHA 10/30-hour training certification
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

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City of Chicago is an Equal Employment and Military Friendly Employer

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor