Position InformationFunctional TitleOccupational Safety & Health Manager - OperationsRecruitment Category TypeStandardFunctional CategoryOccupational Safety & HealthGradeGS.14FLSA StatusExemptRequisition Number25-0068Number of Vacancies1Job LevelSection ManagerJob CodeN/AJob Description SummaryOrganization NameOccupational Safety & HealthReports toChief Health and Safety OfficerFull or Part TimeFull TimeIf Part Time how many hours per weekRegular or TemporaryRegularPosition End Date (if temporary)Work ScheduleMonday- Friday, additional hours as requiredPosition LocationLaurelPosition Summary InformationGeneral SummaryThe Manager, Operations Safety & Health is responsible for theoverall management, direction and execution of the WSSC Water safety program for operations employees, visitors and non-construction contractors.Essential Functions
Supervises staff to ensure their actions and behaviors are promoting a positive safety culture
Provides technical advice, coaching and mentoring to employees and supervisors on safety initiatives and any warranted changes
Works with Union officials to address, mediate and mitigate safety concerns
Maintains a consistent comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety program that meets and or exceeds regulatory requirements
Develops and administers safety and health-related education programs to increase the awareness and competence of all WSSC Water employees
Oversees the implementation of effective safety and health policies and procedures
Prepares and analyzes job safety and accident statistical reports to provide direction for program changes to enhance preventive actions
Coordinates development of and compliance with occupational health & safety programs across WSSC Water work groups
Coordinates and assists in the planning and scheduling of periodic safety and health activities including emergency management and response planning, safety inspections, job site assessments, accident investigations, medical surveillance, and safety and health meetings
Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
Assists WSSC Water teams in developing their departments’ proactive safety and health program(s)
Provides quarterly reports on the organization’s safety performance and the status of teams working towards meeting established safety and health goals and objectives
Develops and reports performance measures for the WSSC Water’s respective teams and groups that include lagging and leading safety performance measures
Performs related duties as required
Work Environment And Physical DemandsBusiness casual office setting with field visitsRequired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation and supervision of staff, through direct and or subordinate levels of supervision
Knowledge of principles and practices of budget development, contract administration and accountability
Clear understanding of current safety and health best practices
Leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with WSSC Water employees, the public and contractors
Good writing and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate and promote security and safety program objectives with WSSC Water managers and staff
Ability to interpret job safety analyses to modify program objectives
Ability to formulate effective safety and health reports highlighting safety performance and any needs for improvement
Minimum Education, Experience RequirementsBachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ experience in environmental health and & safety programsORHigh School diploma (or equivalent) and 9+ years’ experience in environmental health and & safety programsAdditional Requirements
Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
Must be able and willing to serve as Safety Officer during emergencies
Certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, or other nationally accredited association
Preferences
Experience within a utility industry
Management experience
Salary$99,260 - $168,741Posting Detail InformationEEO StatementAN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.Close Date10/09/2024Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAdditional InformationAll applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
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Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
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Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
