Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

City of Saint Paul•Saint Paul, MN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Works Department for the City of Saint Paul is hiring an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist to develop occupational health and safety programs, provide safety training, and investigate accidents, injuries, and their causes. The position is located at 25 W 4th St, St Paul, MN 55102 (City Hall Annex Building). It follows a daytime schedule, with most workdays in the office and limited remote work. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to conduct training. The eligible list may also be used to fill Safety Officer positions in other City departments and bargaining units.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Four years of experience in safety program development and safety training.
A master’s degree in a safety-related field may substitute for two years of experience; education substitutions are not otherwise allowed.
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver’s license or equivalent out-of-state driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

A resume is optional but preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and coordinate the department’s workplace injury prevention program and policies.
Create and implement safety education and training programs for employees, ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Establish, update, and improve department emergency management plans for employee safety.
Investigate occupational accidents, injuries, and potentially hazardous workplace conditions; examine causes, maintain and analyze records, and recommend appropriate actions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for federal and state agencies and the lead contact for contractors and vendors on safety activities.
Identify accident-prevention measures and participate in inspection and enforcement activities.
Implement accident-prevention approaches to reduce workers’ compensation claims and support safe work environments.
Lead and collaborate with divisions on safety meetings and participate in Citywide safety and department management meetings.
Advise the management team on injury and collision trends, safety-readiness gaps, and emerging workplace safety issues.