Job Description and Duties
Will consider Analyst I.
Under the general supervision and direction of Supervisor I, of the Compliance Management Branch, the incumbent serves as the District Safety Specialist and is responsible for researching and addressing safety related issues and provide recommendations and reports to the management. The incumbent reviews accident investigations, monitors crew compliance, and conducts field operational reviews. The incumbent is responsible for completing and monitoring annual facility inspections and reports using applicable checklists and regulations. The incumbent shall actively participate in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and be available for emergency operations, as needed. The incumbent is responsible for all safety-related investigations, reports and work activities affecting the employees within the district. May be asked to perform additional duties as necessary, based on operational need This is a highly confidential position, and the incumbent must adhere to HIPPA and confidentiality policies. The incumbent is the single point of contact for safety guidance related to the Department's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (llPP). A valid California driver's license is required.
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’ current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the headquarter location. Business travel reimbursements considers an employee's designated Headquarters location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations and applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquarter location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
- The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
- Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.
- Please describe, in detail, your qualifications, experience, and educational background that qualifies you for this position; what skills are most critical to be successful in this position.
- Please describe how you ensure Caltrans’ Safety policies and procedures are disseminated/distributed to colleagues and management and how you will keep everyone apprised of important dates, timelines, projects, and events.
- What are the resources available to you to assist in the implementation of safety work practices for all field employees?
- When an employee is injured at work, what steps need to be taken to ensure they receive appropriate attention?
- Please describe; what is an Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and what information can you find in Caltrans’ IIPP?
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of principles and techniques of leadership, industrial safety, occupational health, accident prevention, conduct inspections/investigations, and detecting unsafe working conditions; methods and practices used in eliminating safety and health hazards; principals and automotive safety, accident investigation and reporting procedures.
Ability to plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Act in a lead capacity; conduct safety training. Present complex ideas, information, and statistical data in narrative format and in graphical representation using the MS Office, including Word, Excel and Power-point. Position is privy to confidential information and must maintain a neutral position in safety-related complaints, injuries, accidents, inspections, reviews, and investigations.
Analyze and solve complex problems relating to employee safety and health. Develop technically sound alternatives and solutions, which may include developing new approaches, district policy and procedural changes. Develop positive solutions and take effective action to provide a safe and healthful work environment. Requires considerable analysis, interpretation and application of Cal-OSHA requirements, safety orders, directives, safety data, job-related accidents for cause, effect and prevention, and unsafe practices leading to non-compliance with safety regulations.
