Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services

Division
SEC OFFICE - HUMAN RESOURCES

Job Classification Title
Safety Officer II (NS)

Position Number


Grade
NC15

Description of Work
It is the intent and primary purpose of this position to plan and administer a safety and health program for a long-term care and monitor the daily missions of Broughton Hospital, J. Iverson Riddle, Developmental Center and J.F. Keith, Alcohol and Abuse Treatment Center. This position will perform a variety of administrative duties in the development and implementation of the safety and health programs at these facilities in the Western Region. This employee will identify and plan the correction of safety hazards, safety training, and provide consultative services to management on safety and safety-related matters. This employee will be the Regional Lead Safety Officer for Black Mountain Neuro Treatment Center (BMNTC).

The position of Regional Lead Safety and Health Director is to assist with developing, coordinating, administering, and maintaining a comprehensive safety and health program at the facilities in the Western Region. This includes compliance with OSHA, EPA/DEQ standards. The incumbent must have specific and thorough understanding of applicable standards. Examples of standards that are applied during inspections include but are not limited to: walking-working surfaces, powered platforms, aerial lifts, hazardous materials, personal protective equipment, control of hazardous energy, permit required confined spaces, materials handling and storage, machinery and machine guarding, hand and portable powered, welding, cutting and brazing, and electrical. Potential safety risks shall be identified and evaluated through Job Safety Analysis and Hazard Analysis. Steps to remove hazards shall be implemented including engineering and redesign of a task.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $55,221.00 - $96,639.00
Recruitment Range: $81,970.00 - $87,899.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations. Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA standards, state safety regulations, risk management principles, and applicable healthcare and government safety requirements to ensure regulatory compliance and a safe work environment.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Skill in identifying workplace hazards, conducting safety inspections, performing risk assessments, investigating incidents, and developing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Emergency Management and Incident Response Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate emergency preparedness programs, coordinate emergency response activities, and apply Incident Command System (ICS) principles during planned events and emergencies.
• Communication and Training Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to develop and deliver safety training, educate employees on safe work practices, prepare reports, and effectively communicate with leadership, employees, and external regulatory agencies.
• Collaboration and Problem Solving Ability to build collaborative relationships with management, employees, Workers' Compensation staff, and other stakeholders to resolve safety concerns, promote a positive safety culture, analyze trends, and implement continuous process improvements.

Physical Requirements (If Applicable):

The Regional Lead Safety and Health Director may be exposed to several environmental exposures, confines and constraining conditions or outdoor elements. Examination of basements and areas containing asbestos, lead paint, high voltage equipment, chemical storage, adverse environmental conditions etc. is a frequent routine of this worker. This individual is also exposed to patient/student including exposure to aggressive clients. The office for The Regional Lead Safety and Health Director is located within a facility or division. There are some periods of sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, etc. There is daily use of computer display terminal. There is some travel involved.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
This Position Is Required To Report Onsite In Black Mountain, NC For Its Duties

Internal Posting DHHS
This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Health And Human Services Employees, And Eligible RIF Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.

About Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center:

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center, located in Western North Carolina, is a specialized state-operated Skilled Nursing Facility certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act long term care regulations.

Compensation and Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits

Supplemental Contact Information

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree with a major in safety management, occupational safety, industrial technology, or one of the physical sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of two years of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Recruiter:
Dreisa Yvonne Johnson

Email:

[email protected]