Agency Safety Consultant

State of North Carolina•512 North Salisbury Street Wake, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The NC State Highway Patrol is seeking an enthusiastic team member to join our Personnel Unit as an Agency Safety Consultant. The Agency Safety Consultant serves as the subject matter expert for workplace safety and occupational health programs across the agency. This position partners closely with leadership, HR, and operational units to promote a culture of safety, reduce workplace hazards, and mitigate risk.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial management or technology, occupational safety, or one of the physical sciences OR an equivalent technical degree from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of three years of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable working knowledge of federal, state, and agency regulations, principles and practices, including OSHA standards regulations and workplace safety standards.
Ability to conduct safety inspections and accident investigations.
Ability to inspect and ensure fire detection equipment is properly working.
Ability to plan and direct an agency-wide safety program.
Ability to develop and deliver training to diverse audiences.
Criminal Background Investigation
Drug Screening Test

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and evaluate agency-wide safety and occupational health programs.
Conduct workplace safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard analyses; recommend corrective actions.
Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents; prepare reports and track corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, state safety regulations, and internal policies.
Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and supervisors.
Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies, safety committees, and external partners.
Analyze safety data and trends to identify risk areas and recommend preventive strategies.
Assist with emergency preparedness planning and response activities.
Maintain accurate safety documentation, records, and reports.