OSH Compliance Officer Trainee

Introduction Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for theposition of OSH Compliance Officer I within the Division of Labor and Industry, Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) program.\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a member of the DLI team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range ofbenefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becomingvested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n GRADE ASTD13 LOCATION OF POSITION 10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160, Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (Baltimore County)\r\n1710 Underpass Way, Suite 200, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Washington County)\r\n9201 Basil Court, Suite 107, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 (PG County)\r\n Main Purpose of Job Conducts occupational safety and health inspections at the entry level in the Division of Labor and Industry.\r\n POSITION DUTIES Participates in formal and on-the-job training programs related to safety and health inspection. Learns how to interpret complex technical standards, policies and procedures necessary for enforcement of the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Law.\r\n\r\n\r\nUnder supervision, observes and participates in routine safety and health inspections and interventions in private and public sector establishments.\r\n\r\n\r\nDevelops, prepares and submits oral and/or written reports of field activity as required and requested.\r\n\r\n\r\nPerforms other duties as assigned by management.\r\n MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.\r\nExperience: None. \r\nNote: Candidates may substitute experience in the interpretation and application of fire, health or safety regulations and the preparation of narrative reports documenting factual findings of inspections or investigationson a year-for-year basis for the required education. \r\n DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSome college preferred with specific emphasis within the safety or occupational health fields of study.\r\n\r\n\r\nCompletion of an accredited certificate program in occupational safety and health and/or professional certifications in occupational safety and health (such as CSP, ASP, OHST, CHST).\r\n\r\n\r\nWork experience in construction and/or manufacturing settings, including hands-on work in machine shops, fabrication facilities, or textile operations, demonstrating practical knowledge of industry processes, tools, and safety protocols; and/or experience performing safety and health inspections, identifying and correcting hazards, and completing job hazard analyses.\r\n\r\n\r\nAbility to speak and write fluent Spanish preferred.\r\n LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employees in this classification are subject to call in on a 24 hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.\r\n\r\n\r\nAll candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division ofUnemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.\r\n SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.We will not consider information submitted after this date.Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\nResumesare acceptable as additional information only; however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.\r\nAll information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.\r\nFor positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:\r\nEducational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. ... or World Education Services Inc. ... or ....\r\n EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.\r\n\r\n\r\n BENEFITS This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:\r\n\r\nFlexible hours\r\nPaid holidays 12-13 per year\r\nGenerous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)\r\nState Pension ('defined benefit' plan)\r\nTax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)\r\nComprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services\r\nFlexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare\r\nState Employees Credit Union\r\nTo learn more, please click this link:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS \r\n\r\nU.S.Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans' status.\r\nIf you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email ... be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.\r\nPLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION.\r\nCompleted applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:\r\nMD Dept. of Labor-Office of Human Resources\r\nAttn: 2.../ (OSH CO I/BF)\r\n100 S. Charles Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201\r\nTTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\nThe MD State Application Form can be found online.\r\nMaryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n