Safety Officer
State of South Carolina • Lexington County, SC4d • Hybrid
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Safety Officer - 61009053
State of South Carolina•Lexington County, SC
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Safety Officer serves as a vital contributor to DPH’s mission by fostering a safe, compliant, and forward-thinking work environment. This role leads the planning, implementation, and oversight of workplace safety initiatives that support employee well-being, uphold regulatory standards, and strengthen operational resilience across the agency. Ideal candidates bring strong knowledge of federal and state workplace safety regulations; excellent judgment; and a keen attention to detail. Success also requires the ability to analyze risk trends, conduct thorough safety assessments, and translate technical safety principles into clear, actionable guidance for staff at all levels. In addition, the Safety Officer must be comfortable leveraging emerging technologies and data-driven tools to enhance safety programs, streamline reporting, and support innovative approaches to hazard prevention. Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and project-management skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and build trusted partnerships with leadership and employees. Through this work, the Safety Officer helps cultivate a proactive, innovative culture where safety and technology work hand-in-hand to support high-quality public health services statewide.
Requirements
- High school diploma and experience in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or related programs or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., public health, environmental health, safety, engineering) may substitute for experience.
- Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, public health, or related field with a minimum of three (3) +years of experience in workplace safety, risk management, or occupational health.
- Experienced in developing and delivering safety training programs.
- Ability to provide training to small and large groups.
- Possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and the ability to operate both personal and state vehicles.
Nice To Haves
- Public health or government environment experience
- Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or OSHA certifications
Responsibilities
- Leads the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of workplace safety programs aligned with OSHA standards and South Carolina regulations.
- Incorporates innovative approaches to strengthen program effectiveness and ensure consistent safety practices across the organization.
- Monitors compliance, identifies gaps, and recommends practical corrective actions, while ensuring timely and accurate reporting of all required safety documentation.
- Leads a forward-thinking and responsive safety committee dedicated to continuous improvement and collaborative problem-solving.
- Conducts comprehensive safety inspections across facilities and operations, identifying hazards, assessing risk levels, and guiding appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Investigates workplace incidents, injuries, and near misses using established investigative techniques and sound judgment.
- Assesses risks and recommends practical preventive measures to support a proactive, prevention-focused safety environment.
- Plays an active role in emergency planning and response, contributing expertise to preparedness initiatives and organizational readiness efforts.
- Participates in emergency drills, supports coordinated response activities, and applies technology-enhanced tools that improve communication, situational awareness, and response capabilities.
- Develops and delivers training on critical safety topics such as hazard communication, infection control, and emergency response.
- Analyzes safety trends, applies data-driven insights, and champions innovative approaches that reinforce a strong, technology-forward culture of safety across the department.
Benefits
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
- Retirement benefit choices
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
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