Description of Work
This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. The NC Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a complex state agency with resultant diversity and complexities that require meeting a huge variety of regulations, rules, and requirements for safety, occupational, and environmental health issues. The DPS Safety, Occupational & Environmental Health Office is dedicated to promoting safe and healthful working conditions for all employees. The department is concerned with protecting employees from job-related injuries and health impairment; preventing accidents and fires; planning for emergencies and emergency medical procedures; identifying and controlling physical, chemical, and biological hazards in the workplace; communicating potential hazards to employees; and ensuring adequate housekeeping and sanitation. This position is responsible for directing the DPS Safety, Occupational & Environmental Health Program in an honest and ethical manner. Where critical conditions of regulatory violations or imminent danger to persons, property, or the environment exists in DPS, the Safety Director has the authority and duty to issue compelling orders to stop the activity and exposure. This position is responsible for requesting that corrective action be taken to resolve conditions of regulatory non-compliance regarding safety, occupational and environmental health, physical safety or health hazards, or other similar conditions, even if it may commit significant monetary resources of DPS. Other responsibilities include:
- Providing statewide leadership for the combined efforts of a complex state agency in developing, implementing, continuously improving, and managing a comprehensive safety, occupational, and environmental health program to comply with all associated applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.
- Providing for the safety and well-being of all DPS employees as well as juveniles in Youth Development and Juvenile Detention Centers and their visitors.
- Striving to manage and reduce the incidence of occupational injuries and illnesses. Preserving DPS property and assets from unreasonable damage and loss.
- Working with Council of State level positions and/or their direct reports as well as with management and officials across agencies and within DPS.
- Marshaling the resources to meet Safety, Occupational & Environmental Health Program objectives.
- Independently assessing the status of the Program’s policies and procedures on a continuous basis and comparing these to ideal programmatic benchmarks considering the available resources and climate for meeting additional compliance requirements and/or improvements.
- Developing and implementing a strategy to actualize the desired continuous improvement initiatives within DPS or a specific division or section.
- Reviewing and analyzing a variety of safety, industrial hygiene, and occupational and environmental health inspection reports on all of DPS’s juvenile facilities and any of their associated hazardous exposures.
- Responding to requests for safety, industrial hygiene, and/or occupational and environmental health consultations directly or by delegating to another consultant.
- Ensuring that required training is developed and delivered throughout DPS relating to a broad range of safety and occupational health topics.
- Organizing and directing the work of other employees, including providing training and evaluating their work. Communicating effectively in oral and written form.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Keeping records and producing reports associated with workplace safety and health.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. This position is not eligible for telework and the current office is located in Raleigh, NC. However, the incumbent will be required to travel to various DPS work locations throughout the State - a state vehicle will be available/provided as needed. This position is considered essential / mandatory, so after hours work may be required during the week and on weekends, especially during emergencies.
The salary grade for this position is NC21. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.
The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation with integrity and honor. Included in this department are Alcohol Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Network, Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, NC National Guard, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency, Samarcand Training Academy, State Capitol Police, and State Highway Patrol. Also included are these Boards and Commissions: ABC Commission, Governor’s Crime Commission, Private Protective Services Commission, and Boxing & Combat Sports Commission.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. ( These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.) To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess of the following:
- Experience analyzing and/or investigating safety or health hazard issues of a company, business, or governmental agency.
- Experience recommending feasible and effective solutions to safety or health hazard problems.
- Knowledge of federal and/or state laws and applicable codes related to workplace safety.
- Management or leadership experience.
The selected applicant must also possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License to operate a State vehicle.
- Experience supervising or managing safety professionals while working for a large employer with a wide range of work activities and occupations in a safety / health hazard or risk management / mitigation role.
- Experience working within the public sector.
- Experience in Health and Safety Program implementation.
- Experience in providing managerial oversight to a Health and Safety Program.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in safety management, occupational safety, industrial technology or one of the physical sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of five years of progressive occupational safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Faith Riggsbee at [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $66,016.00 - $128,731.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
