PUBLIC SAFETY INSPECTOR

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

15d•$5,384 - $7,631

About The Position

This position will work for the Illinois OSHA Enforcement Division to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health standards and assist with Illinois OSHA’s mission to protect the health and safety of public employees through the inspection, investigation, and evaluation of public facilities. If you are interested in helping our exceptional team of professionals achieve our mission and you possess the qualifications listed above, we invite you to apply for this position. Please understand, IL OSHA enforcement inspections are detailed and require significant documentation. After the on-site inspection, an inspector will spend several hours writing a narrative and developing a case file to support recommended violations. The inspection process typically takes several days to a few weeks and is usually much more intensive than inspections conducted in other occupations.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college including courses in engineering, technology, physical or life sciences, industrial hygiene, or related fields.
Requires either: A) Successful completion of the State of Illinois Public Safety Inspector Trainee program; OR B) One year of scientific, technical, or other work experience that demonstrates understanding of occupational safety and health principles and practices and successful completion of the applicable OSHA sanctioned training course(s) prior to expiration of probationary period of employment. Related work experience in the areas of work safety inspection and consultation, promotion or training may be accepted as meeting the requirements of this class on a year-for-year basis.
Requires the ability to wear a negative pressure respirator (NPR) and walk for extended periods of time while carrying equipment weighing 15-30 pounds. A powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) may be substituted for an NPR as determined by a physician or licensed health care professional.
Requires the ability to walk extensively, to climb ladders, and to use personal protective equipment such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses and protective clothing.
Must pass a pre-employment screening.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of experience working with state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Act standards, laws, rules, and regulations.
Two (2) years of working knowledge of effective methods of inspection and enforcement.
Two (2) years of experience preparing clear and concise reports of inspections.
One (1) year of working knowledge of the fundamental principles of sound safety and health practices and methods.
Two (2) years of experience developing and presenting training to various groups.

Responsibilities

Travels to a wide variety of state, county, and municipal workplaces to conduct inspections while using personal protective equipment such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and protective clothing.
Investigates incidents, accidents, and fatalities in public workplaces which require sensitive technical inspection.
Prepares detailed inspection reports documenting findings and detailing violations of health and safety regulations and standards.
Receives training to improve inspection skills and knowledge.
Develops a variety of training material concerning occupational safety and health standards.
Performs other duties as assigned, which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)