• Safety & Health Officer 1

    State of Minnesota (Willmar, MN)


    Working Title: Safety & Health Officer 1

     

    Job Class: Safety & Health Officer 1

    Agency: Transportation Dept

    + **Job ID** : 87968

    + **Location** : Willmar

    + **Telework Eligible** : Yes

    + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

    + **Date Posted** : 08/01/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 08/13/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

    + **Division/Unit** : District 8 - Willmar / EDS/Safety

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Not Applicable Shift

    + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

    + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

    + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

     

    The work you'll do is more than just a job.

     

    At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

     

    This position will be located in either Willmar may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor

     

    Under limited supervision, this position exists to assist in providing safety and health program leadership to District 8 so that incidents are managed, employees receive necessary training, audits are conducted to identify issues early and provide correction consultation, and numerous other safety activities.

     

    ** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + One (1) year of professional level experience in the field of occupational health or safety.

    Education:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Emergency or Risk Management, or Industrial Hygiene (or closely related field) substitutes for one (1) year of experience.

    + Associate’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene (or closely related field) substitutes for six (6) months of experience.

    Successful candidate resumes must also demonstrate:

    + Knowledge of federal and state occupational safety and health rules and regulations, ergonomics, techniques of injury prevention and hazard evaluation.

    + Experience developing and conducting safety training.

    + Ability to review and evaluate work environments sufficient to identify potential environmental health hazards, evaluating them sufficient to apply corrective measures.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Risk Management, or Industrial Hygiene.

    + Skill in Industrial safety and hygiene best management practices.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

    + Experience utilizing EHS Health and Safety Software.

    Additional Requirements

    Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

     

    It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

     

    + SEMA4 Records Check

    + Criminal History Check

    + Employment Reference Check

    + Education/License Verification

    + Driver's License Check - A revoked or suspended Driver's License or major violation within the last five (5) years or a combination of minor violations and/or at-fault in the last three (3) years will disqualify a candidate

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

     

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.