VOSH Safety Engineer (Henrico)

Title: VOSH Safety Engineer (Henrico)

Hiring Range: $53,441 – $81,738 Commensurate with Experience

Agency: Dept of Labor and Industry

Location: HENRICO REGIONAL OFFICE

Agency Website: www.doli.virginia.gov 

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Join Our Team as a VOSH Safety Engineer

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to serve as VOSH Safety Engineer. This full-time position is based in our Central Virginia Regional Office located in Henrico, VA.

Through your actions as a member of Virginia’s Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) team, you will help save lives and prevent injuries in the workplace. As a key member of the team, you will support the agency’s driving initiatives that promote workplace safety, health, and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate with Program Directors, Regional Directors, and Compliance Officers to support 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 at www.doli.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.

Total Compensation:

As an Employer of Choice, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on the entry level as shown in the table below. This includes state-funded retirement contributions under the VRS Hybrid Plan, comprehensive health and life insurance benefits, and 15 paid holidays annually. Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits. 

What will you do?

• Prepare for inspections by reviewing the employer’s history and researching industry practices and safety measures.
• Perform independent walk-around site visits and observations to identify hazards in the workplace.
• Identify and evaluate workplace exposures to health risks such as but not limited to physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic stress factors.
• Document the effectiveness of occupational health programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct interviews with management and employees to determine exposure to hazards.
• Prepare case file documentation to include complete and accurate inspection reports and recommend citations for possible violations.
• Work closely with employers to ensure implementation of corrective measures for identified hazards.
• Evaluate employers’ efforts to reduce and eliminate hazards.
• Investigate occupational safety complaints reported by employees, as well as accidents, fatalities, and serious safety incidents in the workplace.

What will you bring?

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to compose meaningful and accurate narrative reports and correspondence.
• Practical knowledge and demonstrated ability to use personal computers and the Microsoft office suite of applications.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to interact positively with customers in an inimical environment.
• Ability to properly wear a respirator if required, and to properly use other types of PPE.
• Ability to perform job duties objectively and effectively in scenes where individuals may have sustained serious injuries or death.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience interpreting, explaining, and/or applying federal or state occupational safety and health standards and regulations.
• Knowledge or experience of performing work site safety and health inspections to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Knowledge or experience recommending controls and corrective actions of occupational safety and health hazards.

Additional Considerations