Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to analyze, develop, coordinate, and implement safety, health, environmental, and training programs for the employees at the City of Boynton. The position ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP, and other applicable regulatory requirements; tracks and reports employee certifications; coordinates the Citywide Safety Program; participates in Safety Committee meetings; and provides training, inspections, audits, and corrective actions to maintain a safe and compliant workplace. This position will be required to respond promptly to applicable emergencies, accidents, and incidents to assess hazardous conditions and ensure the safety of personnel, when notified or requested.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Coordinates and provides technical guidance on OSHA, EPA, DEP, City, and other regulatory safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Implements and supports safety training and awareness programs, including but not limited to Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, PPE, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), as well as outreach, campaigns, and recognition initiatives.
Leads the Citywide Safety Program, including participation in departmental Safety Committees and coordination with Human Resources and external regulatory agencies. May serve as committee chair.
Collaborates with the Utilities Team to ensure environmental compliance at both water treatment plants, including hazardous chemical storage, waste management, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC), and emergency response.
Conducts field inspections at various facilities, including water plants, laboratories, fieldwork sites, lift stations, City event venues, and MOT locations -- to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Investigates safety and environmental incidents, prepares reports, identifies root causes, and recommends corrective and preventive actions.
Establishes and maintains confidential records and databases for safety, health (including immunizations), training, and certifications.
Participates in emergency planning and response activities, including hurricanes, flooding, and chemical releases.
Supports asset management and initiatives related to safety and environmental compliance.
Performs job hazard analyses for departments as requested.
ADDITONAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews/revises City safety manual and Department safety policies, plans, and procedures.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, Risk Management, or closely related field; and
- Five (5) years of experience that includes Occupational Safety, Environmental Safety, Risk Management, Safety Program Development, or related work; and
- Possess and maintain Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification or have the ability to attain within one (1) year of hire; and
- Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualications:Experience in confined space and SCBA fit testing.
Experience working in a unionized environment.
Experience with adult learning theory and delivering technical training.
Experience with heavy equipment, forklift operations, solid waste operations, building maintenance and inspections, grounds management, parks, special events, fire and police department operations, adult learning theory, and delivering technical training.
Certifications: Fire Safety Inspector, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), other related certifications.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software.
Ability to understand and explain technical safety and compliance requirements to diverse audiences.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to OSHA, EPA, DEP, FDEP, and NFPA.
Knowledge of Administrative policies and procedures.
Skill in risk assessment, hazard identification, and corrective action implementation.
Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate safety and environmental training programs.
Ability to respond to incidents and accidents.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to effectively communicate digitally, orally, and in writing.
Ability to operate computers utilizing Microsoft Office programs and risk management systems.
Ability to interface in a synergistic manner with other departments.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.
Ability to multitask and manage a varied workload.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light to moderate physical effort, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, climbing ladders, field site visits, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight up to 40 pounds. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Ability to detect visual safety hazards. Ability to wear SCBA and respirators.
Environmental Factors: Exposure to water treatment chemicals, confined spaces, loud noise, heat/humidity, outdoor weather conditions, and other hazards related to municipal operations.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
