Region Safety Coordinator

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Job ID: 30544
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Mitchell, or Watertown
Salary: $28.86 - $34.36, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 02/28/2025

This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information about the Department of Transportation, please visit http://dot.sd.gov.

The Region Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting the daily safety needs of the DOT Aberdeen & Mitchell Regions. This position will spend the majority of their time in the field, working closely and in collaboration with staff to ensure that SDDOT operations are occurring in the safest manner possible. The Region Safety Coordinator will drive to field sites to observe work practices and ensure SDDOT safety procedures are followed. This position will inspect work areas to ensure working conditions are in compliance with industry best practices.

Additionally, the Region Safety Coordinator is responsible for conducting and/or coordinating safety training for job skills within the Aberdeen and Mitchell Regions. This position will conduct employee training sessions on safety policies, best practices, or other relevant safety topics.

The Region Safety Coordinator will assist with investigations of incidents and accidents to determine the root cause and to develop methods and procedures to prevent future incidents. This requires gathering and reviewing documented information to ensure compliance with internal procedures and state and federal regulations. Reviews and analyzes incident and accident reports to identify trends and lessons learned, the need for initial or refresher training, or other proactive/preventive measures.

The Region Safety Coordinator will attend and take an active role in monthly safety meetings for the DOT Aberdeen and Mitchell Regions. This position will work collaboratively with the DOT Safety Manager and fellow safety team members on organization-wide safety issues and objectives. The Region Safety Coordinator for the DOT Aberdeen & Mitchell Regions will work with the Region Safety Coordinator for the DOT Pierre & Rapid City Regions, to assist the SDDOT Safety Manager in developing, updating, and implementing safety policies and procedures.

This position reports directly to the SDDOT Safety Manager.

Position requires occasional driving among SDDOT and other SD agency offices and facilities using either a personal or SDDOT vehicle on a regular basis. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and satisfactory driving record.

What the SDDOT Offers:

• Hiring incentive
• Health insurance (low and high deductible plans which include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan)
• Well-being program
• Employee assistance program
• Dental and Vision
• Health savings account
• Free basic life insurance policy
• Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
• Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
• Sick leave (14 days per year)
• Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
• Military leave (15 days per year)
• 11 paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Semimonthly pay periods
• Eligibility for meal per diems
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid overtime (if applicable)

The total compensation of Hourly Wage State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Region Safety Coordinator is approximately $81,731.00 annually.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Associate degree in Occupational Safety, the Sciences, or related field.
• Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), or
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or
• General Industry OSHA 30-hr certifications (Course 511), or
• Construction Industry OSHA 30-hr certifications (Course 510) successfully completed within the last three years preferred.
• Experience in the operation, use, and maintenance of heavy equipment, construction equipment, and/or snow plows.
• ACCOUNTABILITY - Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
• COMMUNICATION - Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally. Ability to effectively facilitate discussions across department lines of authority.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; adheres to SDDOT policies and procedures regarding proprietary information, protects internal and external customer and company confidential information; abides by SDDOT Code of Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to ensuring customer satisfaction.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving. Proficiency in proactive injury and risk control techniques
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• DECISION MAKING - Uses sound, logical judgment based on SDDOT policy and procedures, data, research, and experience to choose an appropriate course of action and find optimal solutions to complex problems.
• PLANNING & IMPLEMENTATION - Analyzes workload and establishes appropriate priorities; sets measurable and achievable goals and objectives for the team.
• MENTORING & DEVELOPMENT - Utilizes interpersonal skills to guide, direct, and influence others to achieve results.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to analyze causes of injury incidents and present effective control measures.
• Experience with organizing and analyzing data into effective recommendations.
• Skillful with developing and conducting supervisory-level safety training and instruction.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to develop and deliver within project timelines; move projects from strategy to tactical application.
• Effective consultation skills.

Skills:

• proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to use the SDDOT Intranet, the Internet, and to accurately retrieve and input information into injury tracking database or equivalent;
• interact with both the workforce and the public.

Ability to:

• communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• communicate with all levels of department staff.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=16K
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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