Technical Specialist (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)
About The Position
The Technical Specialist works for the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA), part of the Department of Consumer and Business Services. Oregon OSHA works to assure safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through the development and enforcement of occupational safety and health regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers. The position serves as a division expert and provides technical guidance on safety and health rules. It participates in developing and interpreting standards and provides technical assistance to division staff, other agencies, local jurisdictions, and the public. The role also advises management and staff on policy issues affecting division operations, industries, and local jurisdictions, and serves as a primary liaison to boards and committees and, depending on assignment, to specific industries and local government. The position is eligible for part-time telework after the incumbent demonstrates the proficiency to work independently. Regular, scheduled office hours are also required. The position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Environmental Science, Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or Political Science, and four years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work experience in occupational safety and health, public health, or environmental protection; alternatively, an equivalent combination of experience and education totaling seven years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work experience in one of those fields.
- Extensive knowledge of federal and state occupational standards.
- Strong research skills.
- Ability to explain procedures and technical requirements tactfully, clearly, and concisely.
- Proficiency in working with diverse groups and conflicting views.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and/or experience with construction and electrical activities.
- Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently; preference may be given to candidates with this ability.
Responsibilities
- Develop and draft rules.
- Interpret rules.
- Provide technical guidance on adopted rules.
- Write reports and letters.
- Advise management and staff on policy issues affecting division operations, industries, and local jurisdictions.
- Serve as a primary liaison to several boards and committees, specific industries, and potentially local government, depending on assignment.
- Provide technical assistance to division staff, other agencies, local jurisdictions, and the public.
Benefits
- 11 paid holidays a year.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Work/life balance.
- Advancement and learning opportunities.
- Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
