Occupational Safety Compliance Officer

Overview Be part of the solution toward fostering safe workplaces for Vermont workers.
The Vermont Occupational Safety and Health Administration is looking for a Safety Compliance Officer to join their team of investigative professionals.
If you are interested in a fast-paced career involving technical and complex investigatory work for the Vermont Department of Labor, then this position is for you.
This position requires the ability to interpret and enforce laws and regulations, pertaining to the Vermont Occupational Safety and Health Act (VOSHA).
Duties involve the identifying and investigating of safety and health hazards in the workplace, recommending abatement procedures, overseeing corrective action, and imposing fines.
Work is performed in an assigned geographic area and in some instances statewide while under the general supervision of the Occupational Safety Compliance Chief.
Who May Apply This position, Occupational Safety Compliance Officer (Job Requisition #49623), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact dan.
whipple@vermont.
gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.
You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors Duties are generally performed in a field setting on the premises of Vermont employers.
Considerable travel is involved requiring private means of transportation.
There may be some degree of exposure to dangerous situations at work sites.
Incumbents may be required to work on ladders or in confined spaces.
Interaction with employers and employees is frequent and may involve strong adversary situations.
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of work experience in a plant safety program, industrial engineering, plant maintenance engineering, or industrial work.
OR Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, industrial management or closely related field.
Total Compensation As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck.
The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including: 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan Tuition Reimbursement Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts Low cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.
The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.
Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.