Safety Officer - Division

Position: Safety Officer I - Division 1
Agency Dept of Transportation Division State  Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Safety Officer I (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
12

About UsIt’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The posting is for the Safety Officer I position in Division 1. The Safety Officer I supports the Division’s safety program by administering assigned safety initiatives, delivering a wide range of safety training, and conducting comprehensive worksite, facility, and operational audits to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance. This role assists with hazard communication requirements, maintains accident and injury records, and helps coordinate division-wide safety meetings, incident investigations, and corrective action tracking.

The Safety Officer I also contributes to division safety campaigns, health and safety events, and serves as the Division training coordinator. Work involves regular collaboration with division leadership, unit heads, and frontline employees and requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to recognize trends, implement improvements, and promote a safe working environment across diverse field operations.

The duties for this position also include the following:

Work in adverse weather conditions. Employee will traverse uneven and difficult terrain. Operate motor vehicle safely in all kinds of weather, including snow and ice. Knowledge of CDL (Commercial Drivers License) laws and NCDMV laws/requirements. Ability to operate computer with Windows based software and proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel and Access database). Possess skills and abilities to develop and deliver safety training to large groups.

Deep knowledge and understanding of proper MUTCD requirements and field application. Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required.

Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.

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Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC12 $ 47,703 - $83,479

Management prefers applicants with the following:

Knowledge of State, Federal, and OSHA Safety and Health standards

Experience developing, coordinating and presenting training programs on a variety of safety topics

Demonstrated ability to recognize unsafe conditions or acts, and to determine corrective action

Knowledge of the Worker’s Compensation Act and OSHA regulations

Experience interpreting and explaining policies, procedures, and laws

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the

Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree with a major in safety management, occupational safety, industrial technology, or one of the physical sciences from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of one year of progressive occupational and safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and  accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 ,…