Transportation Safety Advisor 1 (Safety Training | 40 Hour

Position Overview

The Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is recruiting a current Connecticut state employee for the role of Transportation Safety Advisor 1 within the Bureau of Finance and Administration, Division of Occupational Health & Safety (DOHS).

• Serve as the lead safety instructor and develop a comprehensive safety training program for all CTDOT employees.
• Administer regular safety orientation and refresher training, responding to training requests and identifying emerging training needs.
• Create engaging safety course content, instructor guides, and curriculum materials.
• Act as a liaison between the Division and other training units to coordinate curriculum and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze job hazards, conditions, and controls to support consistent, adequate training.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, investigations, inspections, and field visits to gather training data and integrate findings into the training program.
• Support operational units in skill evaluations, such as Driver Evaluations, and maintain proper documentation.
• Coordinate training schedules, maintain records, and report on training activities.
• Stay current on safety regulations and best practices.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, incident investigations, root‑cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in training and/or enforcement of employee safety regulations and safe working practices.
• College training may be substituted for a maximum of four (4) years of experience (15 semester hours per ½ year of experience).
• Experience developing and delivering in‑person safety training on OSHA regulations, hazard identification, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), hazard communication (Haz Com), and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Experience with workplace safety policies and procedures across construction, general industry, motor vehicle operations, commercial driver’s license (CDL) operations, and emergency response.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

• Monday – Friday, Full‑time (40 hours per week)
• First shift
• Location:
  
  Newington, CT (on‑site)
• Extensive in‑state travel and occasional extended hours during emergencies.

CTDOT’s mission is to improve lives through transportation, fostering safety and mobility for Connecticut residents while promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Current Connecticut state employees with at least six (6) months of full‑time service and no applicable collective bargaining restrictions. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed above.

State employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and a healthy work/life balance.

Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous conditions, moderate discomfort from weather, and may need to travel and hold a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.