High-Risk Training Safety Officer (HRTSO)

Data Management Services, Inc. (dba: DMS International) is a professional services firm headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, with work locations throughout the continental United States. We prepare managers and executives to lead their workforce through customized learning solutions that drive the standards of an ever-changing world. We build creative, unique and engaging learning experiences for commercial, civilian and defense organizations. Our high-caliber talent, delivery methodology and innovative solutions contribute to preparing a workforce that is ready for the future. You can join us on this journey to bring efficiency and creativity to our customers.

At DMS International (DMS), we are the catalyst for effective workforce transformation. To achieve this, we hire professionals who take pride in doing quality work and who are excited about contributing to the professional development of tomorrow's leaders.

DMS seeks candidates that possess and display the attributes that reflect our Core Values of:

• Quality in delivering solutions,
• Leadership,
• Innovation,
• Teamwork,
• Integrity in conduct,
• Responsiveness to our customer’s mission

DMS is currently seeking a High-Risk Training Safety Officer. The High-Risk Training Safety Officer (HRTSO) will assist the CENSECFOR Detachment Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Assistant Officer-in-Charge (AOIC) and Training Officer to deliver professional and technical support for High-Risk Training Safety Programs as directed by Center for Security Forces (CENSECFOR) Detachment Gulfport leadership in response to Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) and CENSECFOR HQ policy and guidance. The contractor HRTSO program support must meet the required level of responsiveness essential to ensure safe delivery of the high-risk Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) course of instruction. Government personnel may work closely with the HRTSO to determine work priorities, technical accuracy, and to provide guidance. CENSECFOR Detachment Gulfport and the CENSECFOR Training Safety Officer will provide the HRTSO with the management and administrative information necessary for this position’s performance. The HRTSO will work closely with other contractor, military, and government civilian personnel at CENSECFOR Detachment Gulfport.

The High-Risk Training Safety Officer (HRTSO) must be familiar with applicable Navy rules, regulations, and other requirements as listed in the contract’s Performance Work Statement (PWS) and may be required to attend in-service training which is designed to update contractor personnel on Government rules, regulations, and other requirements.

The High-Risk Training Safety Officer (HRTSO) must:

• Be a US Citizen.
• Obtain a suitable evaluation for mandatory drug screenings.

• Have no record of criminal convictions.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Have the ability to obtain a Favorable Tier 3 Background.

• Possess a bachelor of science degree in Industrial Engineering, Safety Management, or other technical area.
  • Practical experience may be substituted for formal education on a rate of two years’ experience for one-year education.
• Possess 10 years or more of direct experience in training and occupational safety program management in support of a Navy or Marine Corps training area.
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of policy, organizations, and methodologies utilized.
• Possess the knowledge to evaluate effectiveness of existing programs, revise ongoing programs, and assist in the development and implementation of new training.
• Demonstrate mature oral communication skills to make clear, concise, effective, oral reports, presentations, and to conduct interviews and investigations.
• Possess knowledge of computer operations, to include operating systems, software applications and general electronic office systems.
• Possess a strong working knowledge of Enterprise Safety Applications Management System (ESAMS) and Risk Management Information (RMI) computer systems.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize and resolve problems, develop criteria as required, and analyze data.

The High-Risk Training Safety Officer’s (HRTSO) duties may include:

• Working closely with major training programs throughout Det. Gulfport, interfacing and maintaining a continuous dialogue to coordinate and ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures and applications staying abreast of new developments in the area of safety in the education and training environments.
• Employing safety skills, knowledge and experience to determine and take corrective measures necessary to attain a higher degree of safety at Det. Gulfport.
• Providing advice on safety deficiencies discovered after comprehensive analysis.
• Performing as a technical expert on safety-related matters, advising top management, course managers and instructors on principles and techniques of safety and occupational health management in the prevention of mishaps in course of instruction, training equipment and structures used in instruction.
• Establishing liaison with Industrial Hygienist personnel to ensure timely and adequate surveys are conducted to identify potential hazards in the workplace and that controls and measures are in place to maintain a safe working environment for all personnel.
• Maintaining liaison with higher headquarters and Naval Construction Base Gulfport Safety Managers tasked with providing support to Det. Gulfport in developing and providing a comprehensive Navy Occupational Safety and Health (NAVOSH) Safety Program and ensuring timely updates are made to the program after reviewing and incorporating the latest developments in safety procedures.
• Ensuring supervisors provide indoctrination training to newly arriving personnel.
• Formulating techniques for determining the effectiveness of safety efforts on a continuing basis by developing an evaluation program and defining objective criteria to measure the degree of safety compliance at the Detachment.
• Interpreting safety standards and regulations as they apply to the education and training environment.
• Assisting in the investigation of mishaps by maintaining records and evaluating data to detect trends and patterns.
• Analyzing accident/mishap reports and performing job analysis to control and minimize hazardous conditions.
• Compiling and analyzing statistical data to prepare charts, tables and reports.
• Discovering trends, identifying accident/mishap causes, locating hazards and potential hazards, and developing and implementing remedial measures.
• Exercising authority to stop any operation where there is imminent danger to facilities, property, personnel, and the environment.
• Developing and implementing mishap prevention training and developing comprehensive mishap prevention measures applicable to CENSECFOR domain personnel, students, guests, and visitors.
• Performing inspections and conducting surveys on all aspects of the facilities, equipment, and operations for which Det. Gulfport has responsibility for and documenting results in the ESAMS inspection module database.
• Identifying hazards and undesirable operational conditions and recommending corrective actions to increase the effectiveness of safety features, such as mechanical safeguards, work procedures and processes, and personal protective equipment.
• Resolving serious conflicts between operational requirements and the application of safety and occupational health standards.
• Performing risk assessment of identified hazardous processes/conditions identified and prepares annual reviews and advises Det. Gulfport on various methods of control or elimination of hazardous processes and conditions.
• Recommending new mishap prevention techniques for modification of accepted safety procedures.
• Assigning priorities and monitoring corrective actions implementation.
• Preparing written reports of findings and recommendations to management and operating officials.
• Acting as a Training Safety Subject Matter Expert by conducting on-site training safety evaluations and surveys to determine compliance and effectiveness of safety policies, procedures, and applications.
• Observing safety applications, identifying problem areas, determining solutions, and making recommendations for corrective action.
• Conducting training safety evaluations of military ranges used in the delivery of small arms training courses of instruction to ensure that they will support Det. Gulfport courses of fire as promulgated in the curriculum.
• Conducting risk analysis on the safety aspects of major training programs to analyze unmitigated environmental, physical and psychological factors that could result in mishaps.
• Developing and scheduling Emergency Action Plan (EAP) drills for the various training areas and assigning personnel to assist in these drills and providing final reports to Det. Gulfport authorities.
• Maintaining mast copies of all EAP’s and ensuring that all EAP are current and annually reviewed to ensure all personnel are familiar with any modifications.
• Observing risk training evolutions and assessing compliance with approved training procedures, safety precautions, and emergency procedures and then reports observations and recommendations to the Det. Gulfport authorities.
• Researching and implementing procedures for the safe delivery of courses of instruction based on the latest developments in safety by reviewing technical publications and conducting independent research.
• Developing and revising instructions, rules, and regulations applicable to the CENSECFOR Detachment Gulfport training mission that involves the delivery of risk courses and seeking cooperation of management officials to eliminate unsafe conditions and risks.
• Developing, implementing, and revising the Det. Gulfport Range Operation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) applicable to the domain.
• Reviewing Det. Gulfport Core Unique Instructor Training Plans and ensures they are implemented as required.
• Demonstrating skills in hazard recognition, mishap investigation, familiarization with applicable instructions, and all safety controls of Det. Gulfport courses to properly evaluate the safety posture of the course(s) and associated training platforms, devices, and equipment.

Locations: Gulfport, MS.

Classification: Full-Time