Occupational Environmental Health and Safety Manager

City of Austin•Austin, TX

11h•Onsite

About The Position

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. Purpose: This position performs work under minimal supervision and provides leadership and advanced technical expertise for multiple safety program elements.

Requirements

Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing Occupational Safety.
Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
Knowledge of methods, procedures, and techniques used in collecting and testing samples such as dusts, mists, fumes, vapors, noise, non-ionizing radiation, cold, and heat stress and biological agents.
Knowledge of toxicological effects of occupational hazards.
Skill in analyzing and evaluating a wide variety of technical data, test results, reports, and plans.
Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
Skill in the operation and maintenance of a variety of monitoring and testing equipment.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in both verbal and written communication.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to present oral presentations and train others.
Graduation with a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, any physical or life sciences or related field, plus six (6) years of related experience including at least two (2) years in a lead/supervisory capacity.
A master's degree in industrial Hygiene, Safety or a related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.
Valid Texas Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of health and safety regulations as they pertain to the energy industry including fossil fuel generation, chilled water operations, high voltage transmission, and distribution industries. Specifically, OSHA 1926, OSHA 1910.269, NESC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE Guide of Maintenance Methods on Energized Lines.
Experience in investigation and root cause analysis determination of safety and health incidents and generation of detailed investigation reports.
Experience with incident management system and supporting electric utility storm restoration
Experience implementing &/or managing industrial safety and health programs in a power generation, transmission, and distribution utility environment.
Experience managing goals and setting timelines for multiple employees who work in field situations &/or various geographical locations.
Professional certification(s): CSP, ASP, or CUSP or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
FEMA certified in ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS700, & ICS800 or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Manages aspects of safety and industrial hygiene program in organization to recognize, eliminate, and control occupational health hazards and diseases.
Assesses work place for health hazards by observing work conditions, assessing records, conducting interviews, sampling, and monitoring chemical or physical agents.
Consults with various management, environmental engineers, employee representatives, and other agencies regarding safety and industrial hygiene problems and to institute control and remedial measures for hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions and equipment.
Participates in educational meetings to instruct employees in matters pertaining to organizational health and prevention of accidents.
Determines appropriate monitoring and sampling strategies, if indicated, and conducts these activities, as necessary.
Review, coordinate and/or perform, as necessary, environmental assessments on proposed capital projects, systems, or organizational design changes.
Coordinates inspections, investigations, and organizational safety activities with department(s).
Prepares accurate and complete technical reports of findings and provides recommendations on how to correct hazardous conditions.
Perform project planning, prioritization, and tracking of technical resources.
Develops safety standards in compliance with industry standards, Federal, State, and Local regulations.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.