Job title: OPS Safety Program Consultant
Company: State of Florida
Job description: Requisition No: 844906Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation CommissionWorking Title: OPS Safety Program Consultant – 77902180Pay Plan: TempPosition Number: 77902180Salary: $22 – $25 per hour depending on experiencePosting Closing Date: 02/07/2025Total Compensation EstimatorFWRI Research OperationsSafety Program Consultant – OPS Position$22-$25 per hour100 8th Ave SESt. Petersburg, FLFWRI Research OperationsSafety Program Consultant – OPS 77902180St. Petersburg, FL – $22-$25 per hourOur organization:The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.Minimum Qualifications:
Six years of experience working in a safety program in a research laboratory facility or similar organization. A bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in a related field and 2 years of experience can substitute for the required experience.Preferred Qualifications:Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
Safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 10-Hour, OSHA 30-Hour, ASP, CSP, CIH, HAZWOPER, CSHM, CSMP, CHMM).Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor Training.Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory Level 2 background check at no cost to the candidate.
Office hours are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Not eligible for Telework.Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume.Please provide a cover letter with your application. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.Position Overview and Responsibilities:We are seeking a self-motivated safety enthusiast with strong team and interpersonal skills to administer the FWRI Safety Program. In this role, the selected candidate will oversee and work to advance FWRI laboratory and field safety practices and advise FWRI staff state-wide on safety related matters to foster a culture of safety.Primary responsibilities will include maintaining FWRI compliance including regulatory reporting, permitting, licensures, and inspections; preparing, reviewing, and enforcing laboratory and field safety policies; providing chemical and biohazard safety oversight; leading the FWRI safety team; maintaining the FWRI Safety SharePoint Site; coordinating and serving as a course instructor for safety trainings as well as First Aid/CPR classes; ensuring staff are in compliance with safety training requirements; assisting with annual vessel safety inspections; monitoring Worker’s Comp incidents; conducting hazard assessments and incident investigations; and assisting with emergency response preparation, participation, and oversight.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of general principles of laboratory safety.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Skill in written and verbal communication.Skilled in the use of Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint, and Outlook.Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.Ability to conduct safety investigations and inspections to identify problems and recommend corrective action.Ability to administer a safety program.Ability to conduct oral presentations.Ability to collect and analyze data relating to a safety program.Ability to prepare reports relating to safety inspections or investigations.Ability to work independently.Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to a safety program.Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.Ability to lift 40 pounds.Ability to travel overnight to FWRI facilities statewide.Why should I apply?The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
*Eligible OPS positions and qualifying applicants may enjoy top-tier benefits offerings including comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.Health Premiums $25.00- Single / $90.00- Family BiweeklyLow Cost $25,000 Life InsuranceOPS FICA Alternative Retirement PlanOn the Job TrainingsFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)For a more complete list of benefits, visit .The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.Location:ST. PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33710
Expected salary: $22 – 25 per hour
Location: Saint Petersburg, FL
Job date: Sat, 25 Jan 2025 04:00:22 GMT
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OPS Safety Program Consultant
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