Safety Specialist implements, manages and monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements. Evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions. Being a Safety Specialist ensures the organization complies with all current safety regulations and that all employees are aware of safety requirements and are prepared to follow safety procedures. Collects data and reports on all safety and accident events. Additionally, Safety Specialist may have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, resource conservation, or other safety related activities depending on the industry and location. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Safety Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Safety Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary
This position is perfect for a mission focused highway safety professional with knowledge of highway safety programs including road safety.
Demonstrated ability to relate to all types of personalities in challenging and, at times, contentious circumstances is essential to success.
This is a good position for a person who wants to be challenged, who possesses leadership skills, and who wants to advance within the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Duties
The Highway Safety Specialist :
This position is perfect for a mission focused highway safety professional with knowledge of highway safety programs including road safety.
Demonstrated ability to relate to all types of personalities in challenging and, at times, contentious circumstances is essential to success.
This is a good position for a person who wants to be challenged, who possesses leadership skills, and who wants to advance within the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
The safety professional should be able to provide training to State Partners and division staff and provide extensive monitoring to the State and Federal Investigators.