Safety Inspector

Position Description

The Safety Inspector is a field-based compliance role established to support implementation of the Harris County Worksite Safety Policy adopted by Commissioners Court on November 13, 2025.

Under GeneraI supervision of the Health and Safety Manager, the Safety Inspector ensures workplace safety compliance on construction projects and facilities. This position serves within the following County departments:
Harris County Office of the County Engineer (), Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD), and Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA), and implements department-specific safety programs tailored to each operation's unique construction and maintenance environments in addition to work in support of the Worksite Safety Policy. This position

plays a critical role in ensuring safe working conditions for all workers on Harris County construction projects.

The Inspector works collaboratively with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, the County Safety Monitor, and internal safety staff to ensure hazards are identified. Corrected, documented, and prevented from recurring.

Job Duties:

Inspection & Compliance (35%)

* Conduct random and scheduled site safety visits and inspections

* Use the Universal Site Inspection Checklist, which is outlined in the Policy, to verify compliance with the Policy and applicable OSHA standards

* Review contractor daily inspection checklists and safety documentation

* Interview workers and supervisors regarding safety practices

* Issue Stop Work Orders when required and appropriate, as outlined in the Policy

Violations & Hazards (20%)

* Notify all applicable stakeholders of violations and non-compliance findings

* Issue written notices of non-compliance requiring corrective action and verify that corrective actions have been properly implemented

* Provide immediate verbal notification of serious hazards or imminent danger conditions

Worker Complaint Investigation (15%)

* Receive worker complaints

* Record complaints directly in the County's tracking system

* Provide a case number and expected timeline to the worker and protect worker confidentiality to the extent possible

* Investigate complaints in accordance with the Policy

Reporting & Documentation (10%)

* Photograph or video recording site conditions and safety violations

* Issue written inspection reports within 5 business days

* Work with Data Analysts to provide information for central database tracking, including inspection findings and checklist deficiencies, stop work orders issues, corrective actions and completion status, repeat violations and systemic issues, and other information as needed

* Provide information to the County Safety Monitor for Quarterly Worksite Safety Reports, which are defined in the Policy

* Collaboration & Support (10%)

* Work closely with the Health and Safety Manager and Project Managers to address safety concerns

* Coordinate with the Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity (DEEO), which is the County Safety Monitor for the purposes of implementation of the Worksite Safety Policy, on escalations, complaint investigations, and non-retaliation procedures,

* Recommend program improvements and strengthen Countywide compliance and contractor accountability

Other Activities (10%)

* Provide training, coaching, and guidance to department employees on safe work practices and regulatory requirements, including fall protection, confined space entry, excavation safety, and PPE use

* Develop and deliver safety training for department employees on hazard recognition, safe work practices, and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

* Conduct safety inspection and related activities for non-contractor led construction, maintenance, or other related operations

* Where applicable, identify contractor and subcontractor training deficiencies and collaborate with management to address them

* Stay current with evolving safety regulations, industry standards, and best practices to ensure continuous program improvement

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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

* Associate degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field from an accredited institution.

* Equivalent combination of technical training and directly related safety experience (minimum 4 years) may substitute for educational requirements.

Experience:

* Minimum two (2) years of _construction safety experience including field inspection, OSHA compliance monitoring, and incident investigation.

Certification Requirements

* OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required.

* One of the following professional certifications required within 12 months of hire:

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