Safety Officer I or II

Safety Officer I or II (2600511)

Job Description

The Houston District of the Texas Department of Transportation is looking for a dedicated professional to take on the vital role of Safety Officer. This dynamic position plays a key role in shaping and maintaining the district’s safety culture. The successful candidate will support the implementation of TxDOT’s safety program across a six‑county region, helping to ensure safe practices throughout all operational areas.

If you’re passionate about fostering a culture of safety and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary: $42,976.00
Maximum Salary: $76,028.00
Pay Basis:
Yearly
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations:
Houston District Headquarters 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston 77007

Travel:
Yes, 75% of the time

Shift: Day (40 hrs/week; 4 days/10 hrs, May be Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday)
Location Flexibility:
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 performing industrial hygiene testing of functional operations to ensure compliance with safety and/or hazardous materials regulations and minimize employee health risks/exposures.
• Coordinate safety meetings; usually involves planning, conducting, coordinating schedules and providing literature and audio‑visual material.
• Inspect equipment and work areas.
• Investigate employee accidents, prepare reports and maintain records; identify injury types and accident causes, recommend preventative actions and conduct follow‑up investigations.
• Monitor workers’ compensation records.
• Plan, schedule and assist with administering training on safety issues including defensive driving, CPR, first‑aid, fleet safety and hazardous materials; maintain applicable training records.
• Plan, schedule and monitor programs or activities that promote employee safety and accident prevention.
• Provide safety information for bulletin boards and employees.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

• All essential duties listed above.
• Administer the new employee driver’s orientation program and the vehicle safety program.
• Assist or serve as the Substance Control Officer.
• Coordinate and schedule employee safety awards and the annual Safety Awards Banquet/Truck Roadeo.
• Process damage property claims and/or assist with tort claims and open records requests.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Safety, Industrial Technology, Business Administration or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year‑per‑year basis.
• Work Experience: None.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Safety, Industrial Technology, Business Administration or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year‑per‑year basis.
• Work Experience: 1 year occupational safety, industrial hygiene or related work areas. (Experience can be satisfied by full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent).
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Some knowledge of applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems.
• Construction, maintenance and operation of transportation facilities.
• Industrial hygiene methods.
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