Regional Supervisor

State of Maryland•Washington County, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications for an OSH Compliance Officer Supervisor position within the Division of Labor and Industry, Maryland Occupational and Health Program. This role manages an assigned geographical region of the State to enforce regulations and promote compliance with State and Federal Occupational Safety and Health laws, regulations, and standards to improve workplace safety and health for all Maryland Workers. This recruitment is limited to current employees of the Maryland Department of Labor only.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Four years of experience in the inspection of work places to ensure compliance and initiate enforcement of state and federal occupational safety and health laws, regulations and standards.
At least six (6) months of experience conducting informal conferences.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a phone number where they can be reached.
Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience reviewing MOSH inspection files for accuracy, completeness of documentation, and proper citation of hazardous conditions.
Experience conducting on-the-job evaluations (OJEs), monitors, and follow-up inspections.
Experience training and/or mentoring subordinate staff.

Responsibilities

Identifies unsafe working conditions to eliminate hazards by ensuring that inspections and compliance assistance is conducted in accordance with the Field Operations Manual (FOM) and current MOSH policies and conducts inspections as needed.
Directs and trains other OSHCOs in the recognition and documentation of hazards, the application of laws, regulations and standards to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses using on-the-job training in accordance with the FOM.
Manages regional operations by conducting informal conferences and case file reviews to support Agency goals in accordance with MOSH policies and procedures.
Provides technical support to the employer to enhance understanding of workplace hazards in accordance with the FOM.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

medical and dental coverage
paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave)
State pension
supplemental retirement options
joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union
Flexible hours
Paid holidays 12-13 per year
Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)
Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare