Dol Jobs – Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

Job Description:

PCS Expenses will not be reimbursed. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy if funding is available. The position is inside the bargaining unit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops and implements the Area Office/ Regional external training and education program, providing for or personally conducting outreach sessions on new standards, directives, and other topics of current interest, both independently and in conjunction with a variety of stakeholders (such as employer and employee organizations, committee organizations, partnership and alliance groups, federal agencies, State Consultation groups, etc.). The program is designed to enhance contact with under-served targeted populations.
• Describes and explains OSHA national programs and policies to the general public, associations, etc. Promotes voluntary compliance; keeps the public aware of changes in the safety and occupational health field; makes speeches, serves on panels at seminars, conferences, and safety and health council meetings.
• Develops and builds relationships with agency stakeholders. Represents OSHA at meetings of labor organizations, trade and industry associations and other groups interested in occupational safety and health. Serves as a resource for stakeholders within the region’s jurisdiction on various agency programs or local initiatives.
• Provides on-going technical assistance for developing and incorporating effective leveraging strategies for outreach program initiatives, ensuring that such initiatives are consistent with the Agency’s strategic plan, Regional operations plan, and unit goals.
• Works with (or may in some assignments be asked to serve as) the voluntary protection program (VPP) coordinator for the Area Office, work closely with the Regional Office VPP program manager.
• Reviews, observes and inspects on-site working conditions of Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) applicants and program participants.
• Advises area office/regional staff regarding identification and involvement of appropriate stakeholders in the development and implementation of partnership initiatives.
• Aids in identifying areas of intervention based on analysis of data and needs assessments, recommends intervention strategies, program evaluation and impact measures.
• Responds to public queries, including e-correspondence, regarding technical questions and interpretations of agency standards and policies.
• Provides technical review of proposed standards and compliance directives. Provides recommendations and comments regarding impact of proposals on compliance assistance activities and development and delivery of compliance assistance tools.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old and a U.S. Citizen.
• Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
• Requires a valid drivers license.
• Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
• Subject to drug test prior to appointment.
• Requires a medical examination.

Job Details:

Company: U.S. Department of Labor

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Atlanta, GA, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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