• Occupational Safety Specialist II (Construction)

    Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) (Laurel, MD)


    Position Information

    Functional TitleOccupational Safety Specialist II (Construction)

     

    Recruitment Category TypeStandard

     

    Functional CategoryOccupational Safety & Health

     

    GradeGS.15

     

    FLSA StatusExempt

     

    Requisition Number26-0016

     

    Number of Vacancies1

     

    Job LevelNon-Management

     

    Job CodeN/A

    Job Description Summary

    Organization NameOccupational Safety & Health

     

    Reports toDivision Manager, Occupational Safety & Health

     

    Full or Part TimeFull Time

     

    If Part Time how many hours per week

     

    Regular or TemporaryRegular

     

    Position End Date (if temporary)

     

    Work Schedule

     

    Monday – Friday 8hrs, Emergency, After Hours and Weekends as needed

    Position LocationLaurel

    Position Summary Information

    General Summary

    TheOccupational Safety Specialist IIconducts accident prevention inspections and investigations, which subsequently result in the evaluation of all WSSC Water facilities to assist management in reducing occupational injuries and accidents. The position conducts safety and health training in compliance with State of Maryland and Federal government requirements.

    Essential Functions

    + Conduct safety audits on various types of WSSC Water activities and facilities and a variety of required safety training courses

    + Conduct various types of industrial health evaluations and environmental monitoring including, but not limited to:

    + Non-ionization radiation monitoring

    + Lead monitoring in water

    + Noise monitoring

    + Review plans for new facilities and recommends accident prevention solutions to the Division Manager, Occupational Safety & Health

    + Develop new safety training courses based on new regulatory requirements or change in WSSC Water policy and/or procedures

    + Revise current training courses based on change in regulatory requirements or WSSC Water policy and/or procedures:

    + HAZMAT /Right-To-Know

    + Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE )

    + Slip, Trip and Fall

    + Excavation Safety

    + Confined Space – Non-Entry Rescue

    + Defensive Driving

    + Driver Improvement

    + Asbestos Awareness

    + Safety Orientation

    + Work Zone Traffic Safety

    + Ergonomics

    + Respiratory Protection

    + Maintain training information in safety training database

    + Report health concerns to the Occupational Health Nurse and coordinate preventative measures

    + Conduct and/or review accident investigations to determine accident causes and recommend corrective action to prevent similar type of accident(s)

    + Conduct fire and other emergency evacuation drills

    + Review warehouse material specifications for compliance with safety & health requirements

    + Review monthly fire extinguisher inspection records and annual fire evacuation drill records

    + Serve as WSSC Water liaison during facility risk assessment conducted by the general liability carrier (FM Global)

    + Drive a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

    Other Functions

    + Create and distribute a monthly safety talk pamphlet

    + Review and purchase safety- and health-related videos

    + Coordinate all safety related activities at assigned locations

    + Provide any safety related support requested

    + Respond to medical or other safety emergencies, including after hours and weekends

    + Assist managers and supervisors in the implementation of the Accident Prevention and Health Programs to comply with the WSSC Water Safety Program

    + Periodic revision of safety and health manual and safety SPs

    + Provide administrative support during DOT physicals and random drug and alcohol testing

    + Serve as project manager for various special project contracts administered by the Safety Section including, but not limited to:

    + Asbestos Inspection and Abatement Activities

    + Indoor Air Quality Assessments

    + Ammonia Exposure Monitoring

    + Lead Inspection and Abatement Activities

    + Performs related duties as assigned

     

    Work Environment And Physical Demands

     

    Business casual office setting with field visits

    Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

    + Thorough knowledge of occupational safety concepts, requirements and methods to accomplish set goals

    + Considerable knowledge of the OSHA , MOSH , NIOSH , EPA , DOT , NIOSH , ACGIH , and Safety and Health regulations and standards

    + Ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend solutions within the parameters of industrial principles

    + Ability to make timely judgments and recommendations on safety related matters, i.e., excavations, construction, vehicle operation, and use of chemicals

    + Good verbal and written communication skills

    Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

    + Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial hygiene, Fire Protection, or a field related to health and safety

    + 5+ years experience in the safety and health field in an industrial environment

     

    Or

     

    + High School diploma or equivalent

    + 9+ years experience in the safety and health field in an industrial environment

    Additional Requirements

    + Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

    + Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date

    + Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

     

    Preferences

     

    Certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals or other nationally accredited association

     

    Salary$96,038 - $163,523

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    EEO Statement

    AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

     

    Close Date08/19/2025

     

    Open Until FilledNo

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Additional Information

     

    All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

    + Yes

    + No

    + * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

    + Yes

    + No

     

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    Optional Documents

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application