Safety Specialist - Grade 10 - $60,923.20 ~ $85,300.80 ~ $109,657.60

Delaware River Port Authority•Pine Hill, NJ

8d•$60,923 - $109,658

About The Position

The Safety Specialist supports the Director, Safety Services by providing internal oversight and monitoring of the DRPA Safety Program and related processes. The role supports emergency-procedure training coordination for internal and external first responders; compliance oversight; incident and accident investigation; hazard and safety risk management; safety policy, assurance, and promotion; and continuous inspections and audits of systems, facilities, and operations. The position also serves as a resource to department heads, providing guidance and services for facility safety management activities. The Safety Specialist develops and supports safety program activities; conducts on-site reviews and investigations; reviews regulatory and project-safety matters; supports safety education and training; assists with the selection and use of safety and personal protective equipment; and maintains records and prepares analytical reports. The position also supports the Authority’s Drug and Alcohol Program, advises on inspection and audit findings and corrective actions, works with Authority departments and regional, local, and state agencies, and represents the Director, Safety Services at safety and emergency-response meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and five years of full-time professional experience in industrial safety, conducting inspections, investigating accidents, interpreting standards, working with regulatory agencies, maintaining and reporting data, and training personnel; alternatively, a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Fire and Life Safety, Environmental Science, Ergonomics, Chemistry, Physical or Biological Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Training and experience conducting safety inspections, safety audits, and training.
Training and experience with planning and management processes and a demonstrable understanding of measuring performance through Key Performance Indicators.
Training and proficiency in personal computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Good driving record and a valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
Completion of the Federal Transit Administration’s Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program (49 CFR Part 672), or the ability to meet all requirements within three years of hire.
Strong interpersonal skills, as demonstrated by accomplishments and the selection process.
Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Safety, Risk Management, Engineering, Transportation, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Management.
Relevant certification or designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, World Safety Organization, American Society of Safety Engineers, or American Board of Industrial Hygiene.
Experience using SAP software, especially for safety management.
Experience using learning management and document management software.

Responsibilities

Develop safety program activities providing technical assistance in environmental, occupational, or fire safety, industrial hygiene, or safety engineering.
Conduct on-site safety program reviews and accident or incident investigations, and assist in evaluating work environments for hazardous conditions and safety deficiencies.
Review and comment on regulatory-agency matters, contractors’ project safety plans, training materials, manuals, and departmental procedures.
Assist the Director, Safety Services with scheduling and conducting safety education and training for Authority personnel, contractors, and local agencies.
Assist department heads and supervisors in evaluating and selecting safety and personal protective equipment, and help train Authority personnel in its use.
Maintain records of accidents, injuries, fires, near misses, and other occurrences; prepare internal and external analytical reports on hazards, accident statistics, safety performance, and corrective actions.
Participate in required training, recognize and report hazards and suspicious activity, and use required personal protective equipment to help maintain a safe and secure work environment.
Assist with implementation of the Authority’s Drug and Alcohol Program by monitoring compliance with policies and DOT regulations and facilitating training, specimen collection, and recordkeeping.
Assist the Director, Safety Services in establishing and maintaining standards, procedures, and resources for employee and contractor safety training and briefings.
Review inspection and audit findings and advise the Director, Safety Services and executive managers on regulatory compliance, equipment and facility deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions and mitigation.
Work with Departmental Directors to support implementation of industry best practices for safe and efficient Authority facility operations.
Represent the Director, Safety Services at internal and external meetings concerning safety and emergency response.
Work with regional, local, and state authorities and agencies on compliance efforts and coordination of audit and oversight activities.
Follow Authority policies and procedures when performing contracting, contract administration, and purchasing tasks related to department activities.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.