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Health & Safety CoordinatorPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4272211) ApplyHealth & Safety CoordinatorSalary $57,636.80 - $87,734.40 AnnuallyLocation Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number24-01643Agency542 Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesOpening Date11/07/2023Closing Date11/27/2023 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-POSTPoint of ContactPete Hildreth, pete.hildreth@dnr.iowa.gov; 712-254-0995To ApplyThe Iowa Department of Natural Resources encourages all applicants to upload a resume and cover letter to the online application.
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Job DescriptionThe Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing the employee health and safety policies and programs for the Department with the objective of minimizing accidents and injuries. This position reports directly to the Conservation and Recreation Division Administrator.Responsibilities of the job include:Program Development, Implementation and Employee Training
Developing, reviewing and updating policies to promote a culture of occupational health and safety awareness;
Providing recommendations to Department leadership for improving safety in the workplace;
Identifying safety training requirements and developing health and safety training plans for employees in all job classes;
Educating employees on safety standards and expectations as well as safe equipment operation; and,
-Conducting safety training within the scope of his/her experience and certification.
Providing oversight and technical support to other health and safety staff, including the Department’s
Health and Safety Committees, by answering questions and ensuring that health and safety messaging, staff training and site audits are consistent throughout all parts of the Department.
Site Audits
Conducting risk assessments/safety audits at 200+ Department facility locations statewide on a routine basis to identify workplace hazards;
Verifying that assessment or audit findings are addressed in a timely manner; and,
Collaborating with managers to monitor compliance and identify safety issues.
Documenting incidents and follow up
Maintaining documentation of the Department's safety procedures, accidents and related events
Preparing and presenting reports on accidents and violations and determining causes;
Keeping records of safety-related incidents and proposing corrective actions; and,
Tracking incidents, identifying trends to determine probable cause, and recommending preventive actions such as changes to equipment, operations and procedures to eliminate hazardous conditions.
Maintaining and expanding upon professional competence by staying up to date on new state and federal health and safety regulations, attending relevant training and researching regulatory requirements, industry standards and health and safety best practices. Other duties as assignedEssential Functions
Conducts safety audits and makes recommendations to management regarding changes to procedure and policy.
Assesses need for training, develops training modules and conducts training for staff.
Leads special committee meetings, sets agendas and follows up on action items.
Utilizes databases, spreadsheets and applications to manage and analyze data.
Critical Job CompetenciesCompetencies: Accountability, Integrity, High Productivity, Team Player, Communication Skills, Customer Focus, Interpersonal Skills, Self-Management, Computer Skills, Leadership Skills, Technical Skills: Health and SafetyWhat You Get From Us: A competitive pay plan and rewarding work. Insurance benefits that start the first of the month following 30 days of employment. (Premiums can start as low as $56/month for single and $187/month for family coverage). Separate vacation and sick leave accruals that start on the first day and can roll over annually. Nine paid holidays/year. Employee Assistance Program. Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) retirement package with employer match. Optional deferred compensation (457/401A) plan with employer match. Professional training opportunities. Flexible schedules and opportunities for hybrid telework (as approved by supervisor). Family friendly and professional work environment. Employee Discount Programs (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel,counseling). For a list of additional benefits, please visit the DAS website for more information.What We're Looking for in You!Describe in your application materials how you demonstrate the Critical Job Competencies, can perform the Essential Functions, and have education/experience transferable to the Job Description. The Department of Natural Resources encourages all applicants to upload a current resume and cover letter to their DAS on-line application. The starting salary for new state (Executive Branch) employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. Additional salary increases may occur after the first six months, and then annually (if applicable). The State’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation. Visit theDAS website (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/benefits-glance) for more benefit information.For more information about DNR Employment Opportunities and position specific notices, please visit the DNR Employment (https://www.iowadnr.gov/About-DNR/Employment) website.The State of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The DNR seeks to hire individuals who wish to support our mission, which is to conserve and enhance our natural resources in cooperation with individuals and organization, to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations.Minimum Qualification RequirementsApplicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:1) Seven years of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility).2) All of the following (a, b, and c):a. One year of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility); andb. A total of four years of education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; andc. A total of two years of graduate-level education and full-time experience (as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.3) Graduation from an accredited school of law.4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes nine months of full-time work as a Program Planner 2 or twenty-seven months of full-time work as a Program Planner 1.For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/classandpay/JobClassDescriptions/ProgramPlanner3-04023-94023.pdf) .Join Us!Whether it's caring for those in need, making highways safer, or improving agriculture production, the work that we do matters to the people of Iowa.We take our responsibilities and the public trust very seriously. We are committed to delivering the services that matter most to the people of Iowa. If you have the skills, the commitment and the desire to make a difference, then we invite you to explore the career opportunities available with the State of Iowa.CareerChoicesState government is one of the largest employers in Iowa, and also one of the most diverse. From state trooper to nurse to engineer, the state offers a wide variety of career opportunities.BenefitsThe state offers paid vacation, sick time and holidays, a defined benefit retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance along with flexible spending accounts. For more information, please visit the executive branch employee benefits website (http://goo.gl/rHiarg) .The State of Iowa is committed to providing an outstanding employment experience. Check out thisBenefits Beyond the Paycheck brochure (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/employment/BenefitsBeyondthePaycheck.pdf) .01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
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How many years do you have of full-time work experience performing the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility)?
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Program Planner 1 for the State of Iowa?
I am not a State of Iowa employee
I do not have any experience in the classification of Program Planner 1 for the State of Iowa
Less than 24 months of experience in the classification of Program Planner 1 for the State of Iowa
24 to less than 27 months of experience in the classification of Program Planner 1 for the State of Iowa
27 months or more of experience in the classification of Program Planner 1 for the State of Iowa
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Have you graduated from an accredited school of law?
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Program Planner 2 for the State of Iowa?
I am not a State of Iowa employee
I do not have any experience in the classification of Program Planner 2 for the State of Iowa
Less than six months of experience in the classification of Program Planner 2 for the State of Iowa
Six months to less than nine months of experience in the classification of Program Planner 2 for the State of Iowa
Nine months or more of experience in the classification of Program Planner 2 for the State of Iowa
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Do you have ALL of the following:: A) One year of full-time work experience in the administration or operation/execution (i.e., providing consultation and/or technical assistance to stakeholders, research and analysis, or enforcement of program guidelines/policies/procedures) of a program (i.e., the provision of a service or an administrative oversight/enforcement responsibility); AND B) A total of four years of post high school/college education and full-time experience (experience as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience; AND C) A total of two years of GRADUATE-level education and full-time experience (experience as described in part a), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited graduate college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience? The experience used to count for A, B and C must be separate and unique experience. The same experience CANNOT be counted for A, B and C.
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After reviewing the list of essential functions for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources position you are applying for, please answer the following question: Based on the list of essential functions listed within the job announcement, are you able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without a reasonable accommodation?
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