Occupational Safety Advisor 9-12

State of Michigan • To Be Determined - TBD, MI

2d • Remote

About The Position

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO. OSAs regularly perform professional occupational safety advisor assignments which are recognized by Civil Service as more complex than those assigned at the experienced level, i.e., occupational safety consultation and advice to construction industry businesses, unions, trade organizations, employee and employer associations, schools, colleges, municipalities, counties, and other state agencies in their assigned geographical area. Complete a variety of professional tasks such as reviewing and evaluating work practices and processes, equipment, policies and procedures, and safety and health programs to assess the adequacy of worker protection. Provide advice to employers in implementing programs to improve workplace safety. Identify potential hazards, make recommendations to correct hazards, and help solve existing safety problems consistent with the requirements of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSH) Act and best practices. Develop, organize, and conduct safety training at the employer’s site. Design course curricula, develop course materials, and conduct training for the MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI).

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Occupational Safety Advisor 9: No specific type or amount is required.
• Occupational Safety Advisor 10: One year of professional experience in assessing and providing remedies to occupational safety problems equivalent to an Occupational Safety Advisor 9.
• Occupational Safety Advisor P11: Two years of professional experience in assessing and providing remedies to occupational safety problems equivalent to an Occupational Safety Advisor, including one year equivalent to an Occupational Safety Advisor 10.
• Occupational Safety Advisor 12: Three years of professional experience in assessing and providing remedies to occupational safety problems equivalent to an Occupational Safety Advisor, including one year equivalent to an Occupational Safety Advisor P11.
• Alternate Education and Experience Occupational Safety Advisor 10: Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school, AND 1) One year of responsibility for workplace safety, or, 2) One year of experience investigating/inspecting workplaces for compliance with occupational safety standards.
• Alternate Education and Experience Occupational Safety Advisor P11: Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school, AND 1) Two years of responsibility for workplace safety, or, 2) Two years of experience investigating/inspecting workplaces for compliance with occupational safety standards, or, 3) Six years of skilled trade work experience in construction or general industry, two years of which shall have been as a journey level skilled trade worker.
• Alternate Education and Experience Occupational Safety Advisor 12: Educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school, AND 1) Three years of responsibility for workplace safety, or, 2) Three years of experience investigating/inspecting workplaces for compliance with occupational safety standards, or, 3) Seven years of skilled trade work experience in construction or general industry, three years of which shall have been as a journey level skilled trade worker.
• Annual audiometric test and mandatory use of a respirator, which requires an annual physical to ensure the ability to perform the duties of this position.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and evaluating work practices and processes, equipment, policies and procedures, and safety and health programs to assess the adequacy of worker protection.
• Provide advice to employers in implementing programs to improve workplace safety.
• Identify potential hazards, make recommendations to correct hazards, and help solve existing safety problems consistent with the requirements of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSH) Act and best practices.
• Develop, organize, and conduct safety training at the employer’s site.
• Design course curricula, develop course materials, and conduct training for the MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level