VOSH Regional Health Director

VOSH Regional Health Director

Join Our Team: VOSH Regional Health Director The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the VOSH Regional Health Director. This full-time position is based in our Southwest Regional Office located in Roanoke, VA. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll oversee the region's Occupational Health Compliance Program, driving initiatives that promote workplace safety, health and regulatory compliance across Virginia.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders, provide guidance, and lead efforts to cultivate a culture of safety and accountability. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to DOLI's mission of making Virginia a better place to live, work, and do business. Additional information about our agency can be found i.virginia.gov.

Why the State Government? Joining state government means becoming part of something bigger than yourself. It's a chance to make meaningful contributions to your community while enjoying purpose-driven work, and opportunities to grow professionally. Your talents can help Virginia thrive—this isn't just a job, it's a legacy.

Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, within the advertised salary range of $90,000 to $110,000 annually. As an Employer of Choice, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package to include health benefits, paid leave, and flexible work schedules. The following benefits are available to classified employees:
Vacation and Other Leave, 15 Paid Holidays, Health Benefits, Sickness and Disability Program, Deferred Compensation with Cash Match, Group, Optional Life, and Long-term Care Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, Retirement Plans, State Employee Resources. Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

What will you do? Provide strategic leadership and implement strategies for the VOSH Health programs. Provide performance management leadership and performance support for employees. Implement strategic initiatives, tactical plans, and establish infrastructure to ensure consistent interpretation and application of federal and state laws, regulations, and agency policies and operational procedures. Develop individual and organizational capabilities to remain in compliance with the requirements of the OSHA 23g Grant.

Assess the effectiveness of regional operations, overseeing regional operations, and leading a team of Industrial Hygienists and administrative staff. Allocate Resources to address critical needs in support of the agency's mission. Conduct health informal conferences; negotiate settlement agreements with employers. Identify trends and patterns related to workplace injuries and illnesses. Support training and collaborate with the Virginia Institute of Learning and Outreach (VILO) and leverage training opportunities for staff.

Professionally represent DOLI/VOSH in industry forums, meetings to share best practices.

Minimum Qualifications Working knowledge of the principles and practices of occupational safety and health, safety management systems, and best practices. Practical experience with occupational safety and health state and federal standards. Knowledge of and application in policy research, development, implementation, and assessment. Experience in developing individual and organizational capabilities. Ability to lead and develop professional, clerical, and technical staff. Leadership skills: ability to implement vision, clearly communicate direction and drive to goal completion.

Experience leading teams effectively and managing day-to-day operations as a direct supervisor. Team development skills with change management experience; accepts change with grace and understands change principles. Excellent written, verbal, presentation and electronic communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the organization effectively, often communicating changes, complex issues or new ideas. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment in dynamic situations.

Experience in a dynamic, fast-paced setting where managing moderate to high levels of stress is a regular part of the role. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Additional Considerations Certification in a safety or health discipline issued by a recognized organization such as the Board of Certified Safety Professionals or the Board for Global EHS Credentialing, including Certified Industry Hygienist (CIH), Certified Associate Industrial Hygienist (CAIH), Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Safety Manager (CSM), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or…