State of Ohio · 1 day ago
Safety Compliance Programs Director (Administrative Staff) PN 20068537
The State of Ohio is a dedicated agency focused on promoting workplace safety and providing care for injured workers. They are seeking a Safety Compliance Programs Director to lead and oversee safety compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to occupational safety regulations and implementing data-driven programs to reduce workplace injuries.
GovernmentOffice Administration
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee Safety Compliance Programs, including PERRP and the OSHA On-Site Consultation Program, through supervision of program administrators and their teams
Ensure compliance with state and federal occupational safety and health regulations, including oversight of regulator actions and enforcement decisions
Plan, implement, and evaluate programs using data-driven performance measures to reduce workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities
Oversee federally funded OSHA On-Site Consultation grant activities, ensuring compliance, reporting accuracy, and effective service delivery
Collaborate with internal partners and external stakeholders to advance compliance assistance, injury prevention, and outreach initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in safety engineering, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, occupational health, engineering, physical sciences, employment and labor law, or a closely related field
Demonstrated experience managing multiple programs or functional areas through subordinate managers or administrators, including staff supervision and development
Experience with federally funded programs or grants administration
Strong analytical and collaborative skills, including the ability to use data and performance metrics to guide decisions and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Knowledge of occupational safety and health regulations, compliance frameworks, and injury/illness prevention practices
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Professional Engineer (PE), or Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) are preferred
This position is overtime exempt
Position requires travel; therefore, persons occupying this position must provide their own transportation and/or legally operate a state owned vehicle
The position may involve overnight travel
The final external applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will NOT be offered employment
The final applicant for this position must submit to and pass an extensive background check by the Ohio State Patrol prior to appointment
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – is a privilege to serve families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
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