Description

This is not a Civil Service Position. DWSD employees are subject to provisions of Court Orders entered in United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division, Case No. 77-71100 with regard to certain terms and conditions of employment. DWSD does not honor reversion rights for internal candidates.

Applicants for open positions at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

SUMMARY:

The Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator 1 is responsible for conduct of safety programs and investigates safety and health concerns to ensure compliance with applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations. This position is also responsible for monitoring policies and procedures to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Conduct safety inspections and identify violations on all DWSD properties and facilities. Serve as safety expert and liaison for DWSD in interactions with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies. Investigate and submit written reports on incidents involving environmental health and safety matters. Respond to emergencies involving hazardous incidents to aid in remediation efforts. Assist in the coordination of abatement action programs. Maintain up-to-date emergency response plans and procedures. Develop and implement strategies to keep employees and the general public safe. Develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards and best management practices. Provide interpretations of rules and regulations pertaining to environmental health and safety to staff. Develop and conduct safety training classes. Assist with handling of worker’s compensation cases and designing programs to control, eliminate and prevent future injuries and/or illnesses. Maintain current knowledge of policies, guidelines and regulations from governmental agencies. A valid Michigan Driver’s License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain. Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties. Provide on the job training for employees.

RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS:

Compiling statistics, preparing reports and maintaining records of safety violations, OSHA/MIOSHA logs, workers’ compensation cases and other documents. Ensure contractors working on DWSD property or on designated work project sites are in compliance DWSD safety policies and procedures. Participate in the development of safety guidelines and related environmental health and safety communications and educational information. Perform related work duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

First Aid, CPR, and emergency response processes
Hazards commonly encountered in various construction and general industry occupations and industries and effective safety measures within such
Michigan Workers Compensation Law
Federal and Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA and MIOSHA)
Standard practices of accident reporting and exposure evaluation
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) regulations and practices
Municipal building and fire codes
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
Michigan Department of Environmental, Great Lakes, and Energy regulations
Industry practices relative to health and safety management within water distribution and wastewater utility entities root cause and corrective action analysis techniques (5 Why’s, Fishbone Diagrams, etc.)
Knowledge of negotiation techniques
Effective safety training programs

SKILL TO:

Detect potentially hazardous situations
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with employees, union representatives, management personnel, and other safety representatives
Be observant to hazardous conditions
Stimulate active interest in safety practices on the part of supervisors and employees
Effectively deal with supervisors and employees during worker’s compensation cases
Determine the most effective means of reducing workplace accidents
Build strong relationships with outside regulatory agencies
Manage completion of safety corrective actions
Create trending reports of safety data
Provide safety training
Manage contracts and contractors related to safety and health
Use advanced technology

ABILITY TO:

Work effectively in a team-based, flexible workforce with minimal supervision
Recognize and address unsafe conditions and violations
Represent DWSD effectively when working with regulatory auditors and outside agencies
Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Communicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problems
Develop proficiency in unit specific operations and software
Direct team activities or to work as a team member
Conduct safety inspections and identify violations on all DWSD properties, projects, and facilities
Investigate and submit written reports on incidents involving environmental health and safety matters
Respond to emergencies involving hazardous incidents to aid in remediation efforts
Participate in the development of safety guidelines and related environmental health and safety communications and educational information
Assist in the coordination of abatement action programs
Maintain up-to-date emergency response plans and procedures
Operate, maintain and calibrate a variety of safety monitoring and testing equipment
Maintain current knowledge of policies, guidelines and regulations from governmental agencies
Assist in compiling statistics, preparing reports and maintaining records of safety violations, OSHA/MIOSHA logs, workers’ compensation cases and other documents
Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties
Provide on the job training

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry)

Associate degree or equivalent coursework; with specialization in environmental or occupational health and safety or a related discipline
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in assisting with planning and conducting successful safety programs covering a wide variety of occupations and exposures to hazardous work environments

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This position requires the ability to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods, operating a vehicle, commuting to DWSD work sites; verbal acuity; manual dexterity. This position may be required to wear a respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus at specified job sites.

Environmental Working Requirements:

This position requires the ability to work in the plant, construction site, or office environment with exposure to computer screens, working in teams and closely with all staffing levels.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid Michigan’s Driver’s License

The ability to work irregular hours, to commute to DWSD facilities and work sites, and respond to after hour emergencies and on-call responses.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. Employees in this class are required to undergo alcohol and drug screening and are subject to a criminal background investigation.

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