Senior District Safety Representative

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe and effective transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT is seeking a qualified OSHA Specialist to support and advance employee safety across District 3.

This position coordinates closely with WYDOT’s Employee Safety Program to ensure district employees receive appropriate safety training and comply with WYDOT safety-related policies and procedures, as well as state and federal safety regulations. The OSHA Specialist plays a critical role in promoting a safe working environment for all WYDOT employees.

• Coordinate with the WYDOT Employee Safety Program to implement safety initiatives
• Ensure compliance with WYDOT safety policies, OSHA standards, and state and federal safety requirements
• Develop, deliver, and document formal and informal safety training program
• Certify and instruct employees in required safety practices and procedures
• Serve as a safety resource for District 3 employees and leadership
• Represent District 3 on safety-related matters and initiatives

This position is based in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and provides safety support and representation for all of WYDOT District
3. About Rock Springs, Wyoming Rock Springs is the fifth-largest city in Wyoming and offers a high quality of life with abundant outdoor recreation, including fishing, biking, hiking, golfing, and access to the nearby Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The community hosts an annual International Day festival celebrating cultural heritage through food, costumes, and traditions. Rock Springs is also home to Western Wyoming Community College and Wyoming’s Big Show carnival.

Residents enjoy these amenities while benefiting from no state income tax.

This position offers:

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility)
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

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• Ensures employees attain and apply all aspects of personal and workplace safety.
• Collaborates with WYDOT supervisors and department management.
• Takes proactive steps through site visits and incident investigations to ensure the district employees apply persona land workplace safety.
• Collaborates with district facilities coordinator on annual informal inspections of all of the district's facilities to ensureall safety compliance is being utilized.
• Completes inspection reports and tracks documented deficiencies and the corrective actions.
• Provides on-the-job training during routine and special surveys for inspections.
• Provides technical assistance and training to ensure any identified hazards are corrected.
• Assists reviewing current safety policies and procedures, including current program/crew safety programs.
• Attend and support crew and job site safety meetings.
• Prepare training materials and training aids.
• Coordinate training sites and schedules.
• Provide guidance, training, and best-shared practices.
• Research, develop, and propose best practices in safe operating procedures and policies.
• Aid in updating and developing WYDOT Safety manuals and policies.
• Create and manage electronic forms and utilize WYDOT's safety management and computer database systems.
• Create data analysis reports.

• Preference may be given to those with OSHA 10.
• Preference may be given to those with 30 Hours Instructor certification.
• Preference may be given to those with First Aid/CPR/AED (Adult, Child, Infant) certification.
• Preference may be given to those with Hazardous Materials Specialist certification.
• Preference may be given to that with knowledge of report writing.
• Preference may be given to those with knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures regarding safety.
• Agency requires applicant possess a valid driver's license.

• Knowledge of report writing.
• Knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices and procedures…