Fire Safety and Environmental Administrator (Administrative Officer 4)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking an experienced leader to serve as Fire Safety and Environmental Administrator for the Bureau of Facilities Management, Fire and Safety Environmental Section. This role collaborates with agency leadership, building managers, contractors, and emergency response organizations to develop and implement comprehensive safety initiatives, conduct risk assessments, oversee fire protection systems, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference through public service. If you seek a career that thrives on leadership, strategic planning, and public safety, we encourage you to explore this rewarding opportunity and apply today! This position leads the fire safety program for facilities across the state, influences safety improvement projects for multiple agencies, and represents DGS for emergency planning and coordination.

Requirements

• One year as an Administrative Officer 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Six years of experience in progressively responsible and varied office management or staff work, including experience in personnel management, budgeting, or procurement; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four-year college or university; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Hold, or obtain within the first year in this position, all of the following certifications/licenses/certificates: Asbestos Inspector License, Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor License, 40-Hour Hazwopper License/Certificate, Permit Required Confined Space Entrant, Attendant and Supervisor Training
• Three or more years of experience supervising safety professionals, inspectors, or safety program staff.
• Experience in conducting workplace safety inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and developing corrective action plans.
• Experience investigating workplace incidents and conducting root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
• Experience developing or delivering employee safety training programs related to OSHA/UCC compliance, hazard communication, emergency preparedness, or workplace safety.
• Experience managing environmental health and safety programs, including hazardous materials, chemical safety, environmental compliance, or asbestos-related activities.
• Possess a current class C driver's license which is not under suspension.
• Management experience.
• Experience with fire safety management programs.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential
• Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a closely related field
• Five or more years of experience managing a comprehensive occupational safety and health program for a large organization or multiple facilities
• Experience administering Occupational Safety and Health Administration/Uniform Commercial Code (OSHA/UCC) compliance programs, including Hazard Communication (Right-to-Know), accident prevention, and workplace safety initiatives
• Possess any of the following professional safety certifications: Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Safety Management Specialist (SMS), or another nationally recognized occupational safety certification

Responsibilities

• Determine priorities, approaches, and actions for department-wide fire, safety, and environmental operations and compliance activities
• Maintain fire safety and related operations through inspections, evacuation drills, risk assessments, and corrective actions
• Direct efforts that address accident and illness prevention, ensure effective hazardous substance management and environmental compliance initiatives, and work with other leaders to bridge the gap between workers and management to foster a proactive safety culture
• Serve as DGS’s representative to the PA Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) for coordinating emergency preparedness and response activities
• Collaborate with capital projects staff to incorporate fire and life safety requirements into designs and construction, ensuring effective asbestos abatement
• Establish goals and direct workloads for safety supervisors, professionals, inspectors, and program staff to achieve consistent, thorough, and high-quality practices

Benefits

• Telework part-time, up to two days per week (subject to change)
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference through public service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree