USAJOBS · 4 days ago
Occupational Safety and Health Specialist
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yrThe Office of Congressional Workplace Rights is seeking an OSH Specialist to provide professional safety and health services for routine and requested inspections and evaluations of Legislative Branch workplaces. The role involves conducting inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions to ensure compliance with safety standards.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct in-person inspections of approximately 78 facilities and complex work operations over an area of 18 million square feet, and make assessments to identify OSH hazards
Identify violations of OSH standards and violations of the General Duty clause of the OSH Act of 1970
Conduct scheduled and special-focus safety inspections of facilities, worksites, equipment, and machinery
Investigate unsafe working conditions that could lead to injuries or illnesses and recommend findings
Create formal inspection reports detailing findings, hazards, deficiencies, and mitigation actions
Make recommendations to employing organizations for developing plans and programs for implementing corrective actions when applicable
Recommend measures for controlling, abating, and reducing risk for identified hazards when applicable
Report inspection findings using the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights database and identify corrective actions for abating hazards
Interview employees and collect measurements necessary to quantify employee exposures
Document and track abatement of hazards by employing offices
Assist in the provision of technical assistance by analyzing work environments and recommending program designs to control, eliminate, and prevent illness or injury caused by chemical, physical, radiological, and biological agents, or ergonomic factors
Assist with conducting investigations for requested inspections and preparing reports of the findings and risk factors
Assist in collecting data used in the preparation of biennial reports to Congress on the status of the OSH program
Assist with other tasks as assigned to support the occupational safety and health program effort; conduct ADA inspections, identify barriers to access for people with disabilities, and enter barriers into the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights database
Selectee could be exposed to normal weather conditions, noise, and operational hazards associated with conducting OSH inspections
Qualification
Required
Formal training from certified institutions in the field of occupational safety and health is required
Demonstrated experience in enforcing OSHA standards, ANSI standards, NFPA regulations, related codes, regulations, and other consensus standards relating to workplace safety and health
Knowledge of OSH principles, methods, and techniques
Knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes and standards
Demonstrated experience in conducting thorough OSH investigations and inspections, identifying hazards quickly, and recognizing obvious and subtle compliance issues
Ability to use a computer to enter data, conduct research, and compose reports
Skill in organizing and drafting reports of a technical and/or enforcement nature in the OSH area
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Competence with inspection tools, measuring equipment, and safety management software
The physical requirements described below are representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of this position
Ability to walk for extended periods of time during OSH and ADA inspections of worksites and facilities
Ability to stand for prolonged periods while observing work practices, conducting walkthrough inspections, and documenting findings
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, platforms, and access elevated work areas or pits accordance with OSHA safety procedures and training
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, and crawl to inspect machinery, equipment guarding, confined areas, and work surfaces
Ability to reach overhead and below waist level to evaluate safety controls, signage, and equipment conditions
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull inspection tools and equipment, generally up to 25 pounds (e.g., sampling devices, monitors, PPE)
Physical capability to participate in OSH Request for Inspection activities within assigned duties and training
Ability to maintain balance and coordination while traversing uneven terrain, catwalks, ramps, and active work areas
Ability to safely move within industrial and construction environments while wearing required PPE
You must be able to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance
Preferred
Experience in the area of industrial hygiene is preferred but not required. Such experience could include development, maintenance, and review of hygiene programs; investigating the adequacy of conditions that could affect employee health, comfort, and performance, such as ventilation, lighting, ergonomics, etc.; or experience collecting samples of potentially toxic materials for analysis
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is strongly preferred
Benefits
The successful candidate may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer.
Life Insurance coverage is also provided.
New federal government employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
You will earn annual vacation leave and sick leave.
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty.
Tele-work/telecommuting and alternative work schedule options may be made available.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation cost may be subsidized.
You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans.
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