Safety specialist

Description

This is for a Safety Specialist position located in Las Vegas, NV. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties outlined in the series concept.

Incumbents regularly receive complex assignments requiring a broad knowledge of a variety of industries, or specialized expertise in a particular industry or process.

Incumbents orient and train new Safety Specialists, may serve in a lead capacity on functional or team assignments, and may be assigned to focus on special projects.

This is the journey level in the series.

Safety Specialists promote recognized safety and health practices among businesses covered by State and federal safety and health laws and regulations.

Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, occupational safety and health, or closely related field and two years of adult education experience including curriculum development and course presentation on occupational safety and health related topics;


• OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, biological or physical sciences, hazardous materials, engineering, public health or related field and four years of experience as described above;


• OR certification as a Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP); OR an equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience;

OR one year of experience as a Safety Representative, Training in Nevada State service.

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications / resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience.

Special Requirements

Some travel to rural areas is required.A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

• The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee / Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range.



Last updated : 2022-11-23