Department Occupational Safety Manager

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, plus five (5) years of occupational or other required safety experience, including one (1) year of experience which was in a leadership/supervisory capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid Texas Driver License
Notes to Applicants
This position, in the Austin Transportation and Public Works Department, will be responsible for the overall administration of the health and safety programs to comply with safety standards as defined by Federal, State, or local Government Agencies. This position will possess an extensive knowledge of heavy equipment safety, construction safety, industrial hygiene, and engineering principles, regulatory compliance laws and best management practices. The manager supervises the safety section which includes five positions plus temporary employees and focuses on leading efforts in collaborative management of safety protocols and procedures across all divisions of the department.

Driving Requirement:

This position requires a Valid Texas Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Additional Information:
This position is considered “essential” to maintain critical operations and core services, including public health, safety and utility services, in the event of an emergency. This means employees in this position will be required to report to work even in the event of bad weather, natural disaster, or other unforeseen circumstances that necessitate an emergency closure of City operations.

Watch the video linked below to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region’s mobility landscape.

Inside TPW : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wu4fqWGoH0E

Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on City of Austin Benefits click here!

Regarding your Application:

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

Assessment:

This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:

Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes:

Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:

The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.
Pay Range
$37.63 - $47.98

Hours
Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 11/11/2024 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5202 E. Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX, 78741 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with investigating and documenting workplace accidents and injuries.
• Experience managing a safety program involving heavy equipment.
• Experience providing Occupational Health and Safety programs in a high risk work environment.
• Experience collaboratively building, implementing and managing safety
  programs in large or complex organizations with high risk environments.
• Certified Safety Professional ( CSP ) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Partners with executive management and other senior leaders to manage the department’s compliance with applicable safety regulations and standards as defined by Federal, State, or Local government agencies. Ensures program efforts, policies, and programs are in alignment with goals and objectives of department as well as the City. Directs the investigation and documentation of all accidents and injuries within the department. Analyzes department safety data and develops long- and short-term strategies to improve adverse accident and injury trends. Directs and approves the development of safety standards and procedures for occupations and jobs within the department to ensure compliance with required government occupational safety regulations, internal City or departmental safety policies, or operational needs related to specific job conditions; and evaluates work procedures and equipment to ensure adequacy and safety. Plans, develops, organizes, evaluates, manages, and monitors the department’s safety training activities designed to prevent incidents. Designs and directs the execution of safety audits of jobs and work environments, which involve hazards or potential accidents, to determine root causes and develop plans to prevent recurrence. Plans and oversees appropriate industrial health monitoring programs as dictated by job conditions within the department. Prepares, justifies, and manages the implementation of the budget; and recommends/justifies capital expenditure. Monitors safety-related contracts and vendor performance. Coordinates the identification of accommodations needed for the department to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Directs the research and development and updates of written Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing occupational safety.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of risk management principles.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of incident investigation methods and practices and facility inspection.
• Knowledge of training and learning principles.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in identifying safety and risk hazards and conducting investigations.
• Skill in developing and facilitating training sessions and making presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to handle conflict in uncertain situations.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to perform oral presentations and training.

For Aviation department, additional knowledge is required:

• Knowledge of airport operations, programs, protocols, and procedures related to aviation safety.
• Knowledge of safety management legislation, policies, procedures; and relevant Acts, Regulations, Standards, recommended practices, and procedures related to Safety Management Systems.
• Knowledge of Airfield Construction Procedures and Practices.
• Knowledge of general Air Traffic Control practices on airports and operations on the movement and non-movement areas.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Department Occupational Safety Manager position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, plus five (5) years of occupational or other required safety experience, including one (1) year of experience which was in a leadership/supervisory capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position - to include, meeting the educational requirements, years of related experience and substitutions.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a valid Texas driver license. Do you have a valid Texas driver license or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas driver license by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Do you have a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certification? Please list all safety related certifications you hold.
(Open Ended Question)
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

* How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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