Safety Enforcement Officer III, Occupational Health & Safety Specialist III - Department of Finance

POSTING DATE: 03/26/2025

SALARY RANGE: $65,159.00 - $79,451.00 ANNUALLY

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

PROBATION

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.

ELIGIBILITY

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

EDUCATION ACCREDITATION

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

CLASS DEFINITION

A Safety Enforcement Officer III investigates and enforces the occupational safety and health hazard rules and regulations at City work sites and schedules, assigns and reviews the case work of safety enforcement officers. Work of this class involves leading Safety Enforcement Officers, but does not involve full supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek which may include evening, weekend and flexible hours. Work is performed at various work sites throughout City government where there are unsafe or unhealthy conditions. Work may require moderate physical exertion including bending, stretching and climbing ladders.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Minimum Qualifications

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION: Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

EXPERIENCE: Have four years of experience in the investigation and enforcement of occupational safety and health and vehicular regulations in the workplace.

OR

NOTES (EQUIVALENCIES): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, & CERTIFICATIONS: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management is required.

Required Knowledges, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal (OSHA) and State (MOSHA) safety and health regulations in the workplace and as they pertain to vehicle use.
• Knowledge of basic training and administrative techniques.
• Skill in acting independently in conducting safety investigations.
• Skill in presenting and defending findings and recommendations.
• Ability to determine through observation and discussion with employees the existence of safety or health hazards on the work site and the use of vehicles.
• Ability to analyze facts, identify patterns, draw conclusions and devise measures to correct health and safety hazards.
• Ability to evaluate data, compare data to existing standards, draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate the investigation and processing of safety and health hazard cases.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to assign, review and correct the work of others.
• Ability to write detailed reports based on documented findings and observations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City, State and Federal government personnel at all levels.
  
  

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Benefits

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application

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