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Safety Consultant

Salary

$58,613.00 - $102,574.00 Annually

Location

Forsyth County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-07111

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

06/05/2025

Closing Date

6/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Safety Consultant

Position Number

65018444

Section

9/Division Office

Salary Grade

NC17

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Description of Work

This an anticipated vacancy.

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This Safety Consultant position is responsible for providing safety support to NCDOT Highway Division 9. NCDOT Highway Division 9 is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance and operations of the state transportation network in the Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Rowan and Stokes counties. This position reports directly to the Deputy Division Engineer.

This position is located in the Winston-Salem Resident Engineer 1 Office. Your work will include assessment and development of safety engineering controls and designs; performing accident investigations, program auditing and recordkeeping, performing industrial hygiene surveys and monitoring; environmental engineering; developing and providing safety training and education; emergency planning; interpreting laws, standards, and codes; and reviewing and researching new or revised safety standards and laws to determine their applicability. This position will assist in administration of the Departments Workers Compensation Program. This position requires good working knowledge of OSHA standards and recordkeeping for general industry and construction. You will need a basic understanding of MUTCD, confined space, trenching and shoring and crane safety. You will also need the ability to express yourself effectively both in writing and orally to establish effective working relationships with departmental personnel. You should have the ability to investigate accidents, determine causes and recommend, develop, and implement corrective action. You should also have the ability to develop and present safety program training. This position is responsible for recognizing safety hazards and unsafe acts by workers in a variety of shops and construction sites. A strong knowledge of computers with basic or intermediate skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database software is needed. The minimal physical requirements for this position require working in the all weather conditions outside on uneven terrain on construction sites. Employees in this position must wear a hard hat and use a respirator. This position also requires operation of a State vehicle and safety toe footwear is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Considerable knowledge of OSHA regulations

+ Considerable knowledge of federal and state safety and health codes and security regulations and best management practices

+ Experience in data analysis providing strategic direction that addresses adverse trends with injuries, security incidents, or Worker Compensation

+ Experience in computers with basic/intermediate skills in Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and database software

+ Experience in managing Safety program policies, procedures, and budgets

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial management or technology, occupational safety, or one of the physical sciences or an equivalent technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Robyn Warner 336-747-7800

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of OSHA regulations?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

03

Describe your documented knowledge of OSHA regulations and when you had to adhere to them in the past.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of federal and state safety and health codes and security regulations and best management practices?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

05

Explain how you have knowledge of federal and state safety and health codes and security regulations and best management practices.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in data analysis providing strategic direction that addresses adverse trends with injuries, security incidents, or Worker Compensation?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

07

Explain your experience in data analysis providing strategic direction that addresses adverse trends with injuries, security incidents, or Worker Compensation.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in computers with basic/intermediate skills in Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and database software?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

09

Explain your experience in computers with basic/intermediate skills in Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database software.

10

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in managing Safety program policies, procedures, and budgets?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

11

Explain your experience in managing Safety program policies, procedures, and budgets.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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