Occupational Safety Administrator 2

Exam Title: Occupational Safety Administrator 2
Exam Number: 2H78-20240708-OC-00
Salary: $75,843 to $97,514 per year. New employees may be appointed at any step in the pay range depending on qualifications.
Certification Rule: Rule of Five (5)
Competition: Open-Competitive
Department:
Announcement Date: 07/08/2024
Close Date: 07/26/2024

General Definition:
The City is hiring experienced and credentialed safety professionals ready for a management opportunity to direct a comprehensive occupational safety program for a large operating department or for the Office of Risk Management on a citywide basis. Various options to qualify without a bachelor’s degree with certification and experience. We offer work-life balance, a diverse and inclusive environment, and great retirement benefits.
Apply by July 19, 2024. Be sure to include transcripts and certificates when you submit your application.

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About the Position:
This is administrative occupational safety management work developing, modifying, implementing, and directing a comprehensive occupational safety program for a large operating department or for the Office of Risk Management on a citywide basis. Employees in this role supervise subordinate technical staff, develop and implement occupational safety programs, policies, and procedures, and manage state-mandated compliance and training programs, workers' compensation programs, and inspection, investigation, and analysis of department facilities for compliance with occupational safety standards.

Union Code: N. Non-Represented
FLSA Code: Exempt

Application Procedures:

Complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up-to-date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.

Notification of application approval, disapproval, and testing dates will be sent within the three-week period prior to August 19, 2024. Applicants are responsible for regularly checking their email and providing any additional information requested or application status appeals within the two-week period listed in the notice.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:

Ivana Chambers-Bennett
Human Resource Professional 1
City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102
P: 215-686-0874
F: 215-686-0861
Ivana.Chambers-Bennett@phila.gov

For all other inquiries, contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email hrhelpdesk@phila.gov

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Training, Education & Experience:

Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements within three months (by 10/26/24) of the application deadline to be admitted to this examination. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list but may not be hired or promoted until all requirements have been satisfied.

Option 1:

1. Education:
   Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major coursework in safety, health, environmental science, or one of the related physical/biological sciences.
2. General Experience:
   Three years of personnel administration or industrial engineering experience, one year of which has involved investigating, analyzing, and evaluating program practices, operational or industrial processes, and employee injuries as they relate to industrial safety.
3. Specific Experience:
   One year of occupational safety administration experience directing an occupational safety program for a large agency or in a small agency with a complex structural safety program.
   • OR
     One year as an Occupational Safety Administrator 1 in the Office of Risk Management.

Option 2:

1. Education:
   Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university.
2. General Experience:
   Five years of experience in occupational safety and health administration or industrial hygiene, which has involved evaluating and addressing workplace conditions, practices, programs, and employee injuries.
3. Specific Experience:
   One year of occupational safety administration experience directing or providing technical and consultative support for an occupational safety program in a large agency or in a small agency with a complex structural safety program.
   • OR
     One year as an Occupational Safety Administrator 1 in the Office of Risk Management.

Option 3:

1. Education and Certification:
   Possession of an Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC) issued by the National Safety Council and an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university.
2. General Experience:
   Five years of experience in occupational safety and health administration or industrial hygiene, which has involved evaluating and addressing workplace conditions, practices, programs, and employee injuries.
3. Specific Experience:
   One year of occupational safety administration experience directing or providing technical and consultative support for an occupational safety program in a large agency or in a small agency with a complex structural safety program.
   • OR
     One year as an Occupational Safety Administrator 1 in the Office of Risk Management.

Note for Option 3: Additional experience or industry-recognized certification may substitute for the associate’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Physical & Medical Requirements:
Ability to physically perform the duties and work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

Required Licenses & Certifications:
Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to and during tenure of employment as an Occupational Safety Administrator 2.

Other Requirements:

Transcript and Certification Requirements:
Candidates must submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and all certifications at the time of application. Transcripts must indicate conferment of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service. Candidates must submit a copy of their certification.

Options for Submitting Transcripts and Certifications:

Option 1: Upload a paperless transcript or certification once. The document will be attached to all future applications. Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.

Option 2: Submit a paper transcript or certification for each application. The document will be used for this application only. Paper documents will not be retained or returned to applicants.

Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials:

Ivana Chambers-Bennett
Human Resource Professional 1
City of Philadelphia Office of Human Resources
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1530
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Equivalency Statement(s):
Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources, which has included the specific experience.

Application Details:

Notes to Applicants:
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