Safety and Occupational Health Manager

Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is with the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. The Safety and Occupational Health Manager establishes program policies, priorities, and organizational structures to achieve agency safety objectives and regulatory compliance. The role identifies workplace hazards, determines incident root causes, and implements measures to reduce or eliminate occupational risks. It evaluates safety performance metrics and trends, advises leadership on hazard prevention and compliance, and supports employee training and safety initiatives.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, including planning, developing, and administering comprehensive safety and occupational health programs; conducting inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations; analyzing safety data; and advising staff on occupational safety matters, including occupant emergency plans. Candidates may meet basic qualifications through qualifying education, specialized experience, or specified professional certifications. Federal employment conditions include U.S. citizenship, suitability and background requirements, and other applicable federal requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Meet time-in-grade restrictions by the announcement closing date.
• Must be suitable for Federal employment and successfully complete a background security investigation with favorable adjudication.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the announcement closing date.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service, performing all specified minimum-qualification duties.
• Basic qualifications may be met through qualifying undergraduate or graduate education in safety or occupational health fields, or a related degree supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in specified related disciplines; qualifying specialized experience; or an accepted professional certification for GS-5 basic requirements.
• Applicants must document experience with clear, specific duties and exact employment dates; part-time experience must include hours worked per week.
• Foreign education used to meet qualifications must be evaluated as equivalent to U.S. accredited education or receive full credit from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
• Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit.
• A financial disclosure statement may be required, and a probationary or trial period may be required.
• Applicants selected are subject to reasonable-suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Establish safety program policies, priorities, and organizational structures to achieve agency safety objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Identify workplace hazards, determine the root causes of incidents, and implement measures to reduce or eliminate occupational risks.
• Evaluate safety performance metrics and trends to identify deficiencies and improve safety outcomes.
• Advise leadership on hazard prevention strategies, compliance requirements, employee training, and safety initiatives.
• Plan, develop, and administer comprehensive safety and occupational health programs in compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and standards.
• Conduct safety and occupational health inspections, hazard assessments, and accident or incident investigations, and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze accident, injury, illness, or hazard data to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and advisory support to managers, supervisors, and staff on safety and occupational health matters, including occupant emergency plans.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Incentives may be authorized, subject to factors including funding availability. Potential incentives may include moving expenses, recruitment or relocation incentives, student loan repayment, superior qualifications appointment, or creditable service for annual leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed