Safety Officer II or III

Position Information

Safety Officer II or III (Job ) in the Fort Worth District. This role involves working closely with field and office employees and traveling across the 8 counties in the district. The position focuses on accident prevention, safety program implementation, and compliance with the Occupational Safety Division Manual.

• Minimum Salary: $48,244.00
• Maximum Salary: $76,028.00
• Pay Basis:
  Yearly
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Location:
  
  Ft. Worth District Headquarters, 2501 Southwest Loop, 820, Fort Worth, 76133
• Travel: 50% of the time
• Shift: Day; 40-hour week;
  Onsite

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑Time Employees
• On‑the‑Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family‑Friendly Policies and Programs

• Assist in overseeing the Fort Worth district safety program in accordance with the Occupational Safety Division Manual.
• Create a culture of accident prevention and safety awareness.
• Administer the new employee driver orientation program and vehicle safety program.
• Serve as or assist the Substance Control Officer.
• Coordinate and schedule employee safety awards and the annual Safety Awards Banquet/Equipment Roadeo.
• Develop localized policies, procedures, guidelines, and rule interpretations.
• Coordinate safety meetings, including planning, conducting, scheduling, and providing literature and audio‑visual material.
• Investigate employee accidents, prepare reports, maintain records, identify injury types and causes, recommend preventative actions, and conduct follow‑up investigations.
• Plan, schedule, and administer training on safety issues (defensive driving, CPR, first‑aid, fleet safety, hazardous materials) and maintain training records.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor programs that promote employee safety and accident prevention.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Inspect equipment and work areas.

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Safety, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Relevant work experience may substitute for a degree on a year‑per‑year basis.

• Safety Officer II: 1 year in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or related areas (full‑time or prorated part‑time).
• Safety Officer III: 2 years in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or related areas (full‑time or prorated part‑time).

Valid driver’s license; position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Knowledge of applicable safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes.
• Construction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilities.
• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information.
• Public relations and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Data collection, sorting, and compilation; ability to instruct others.
• Computer proficiency with applicable programs and systems.
• Collaboration and cooperation with others to accomplish organizational goals.

• Researching, evaluating, and interpreting complex information, including policies and state/federal laws and regulations specific to the functional area.

• Sedentary work: lift up to 10 lbs at a time; occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs at a time; frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Standing for prolonged periods.
• Repetitive motion: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

• This job is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions; subject to random drug testing.
• Note:
  
  The Department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, (e) – does not authorize medical marijuana under state law as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for this position.

• Job:
  Occupational Safety
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Job Type: Standard
• Job Level: Non‑Management
• Job Posting:
  Jun 23, 2026, 7:29:51 PM
• Unposting Date:
  Jul 9, 2026, 4:59:00 AM
• State
  
  Job Title:
  
  Safety Officer II / III
• State Job Code: 2731 / 2732

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are provided for each state classification code to determine applicability.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.