GSA Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (51642)
About The Position
Lead safety strategy and compliance efforts that protect people, facilities, and mission-critical operations nationwide. At MIRACORP, we don’t just support federal agencies—we set the standard for quality and reliability. Our people drive our success, and we invest in talent, innovation, and leadership to make a meaningful impact. The Safety and Occupational Health Specialist supports GSA’s national safety program by providing expert guidance, policy interpretation, and oversight across a nationwide portfolio. This role serves as a subject matter expert in occupational safety, compliance, and risk management while supporting inspections, training, and program development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or related field; or a degree supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in related scientific or technical disciplines.
- Minimum of five years of relevant scientific or technical experience in occupational safety and health.
- Expert knowledge of OSH concepts, principles, laws, regulations, and codes, with the ability to recommend substantive program changes and develop new approaches to complex safety challenges.
- Technical authority-level knowledge of occupational safety, building construction methods, hazardous materials, industrial processes, and safety systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to ensure adequate safety and health protections.
- Extensive knowledge of hazardous work operations across diverse facility types, enabling hazard detection, accident analysis, and compliance evaluation.
- Ability to make independent judgments, develop new procedures, and recommend control measures for complex or unprecedented safety issues.
- Strong oral and written communication skills to present recommendations, articulate technical information to non-technical audiences, and represent GSA to external stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance on occupational safety, hazard control, and regulatory compliance
- Serve as SME across safety areas including construction, electrical, fall protection, PPE, and hazard analysis
- Conduct inspections, investigations, and risk assessments; develop corrective action plans
- Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and recommend preventive measures
- Review construction and project plans to ensure safety compliance
- Develop and deliver safety policies, guidance, and training programs
- Support national safety program tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement
- Represent GSA in meetings with agencies, regulators, and stakeholders
- Maintain safety data, records, and compliance with federal standards
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options for healthcare and dependent care
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
- Employee Wellness Resources & Assistance Programs
- Financial Counseling Programs to support long-term planning
- Commuter Benefits for work-life ease
- 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
