Occupational Health and Safety Professional/ Specialist (9069)

 

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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation. 

 

We are seeking candidates for the position of Occupational Health and Safety Professional/ Specialist (9069) in the System Safety.   

 

 

Opening Date: 05/14/2024

Closing Date: 05/27/2024

Job Grade: SAM 40

Salary Range: Min: $79,534.00 - Mid: $99,424.00 - Max: $119,314.00 

       

BASIC ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participates in the development of policies in the immediate manager’s organization and interprets such policies throughout the department.
2. Develops objectives, policies, and procedures for the approval of immediate manager.
3. Interprets and administers programs and procedures in accordance with approve policies.
4. Performs special assignments for immediate manager as requested.
5. Reports performance to immediate manager.
6. Coordinates expense budget spending for the departments to maintain performance within budget.
7. Participates in developing a sound organization, staffed with trained personnel able to perform the functions of the departments.
8. Develops a suitable successor and be responsible for training replacements at all levels within the department.
9. Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public self and/or other employees.Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

The Safety Officer will coordinate and cooperate with all levels of Authority management and collective bargaining unit employees to provide expert assistance toward identifying, assessing, and prioritizing line management’s prevention of safety, health, and environmental hazards. The Safety Officer must be able to satisfy rigorous and demanding work schedules, which include non-traditional working hours (nights and weekends), and short-term deadlines.
The Safety Officer’s work effort will be concentrated in  primary specialty area of  Occupational Safety and Health.  To maintain a diverse and broad level of subject matter expertise that is needed to perform all the Division’s responsibilities, the required expertise and responsibilities will vary for each hire and be based on the current status of vacancies and needs of the division.
Based on the vacancies and needs of the Division. The Chief Safety Officer, Deputy Chief Safety Officer, System Safety and/or the Department Director will make this determination of what responsibilities are required based on the current staffing needs at the time of posting.

DISCIPLINE RESPONSIBILITIES

II. Occupational Safety Department

1. Maintains professional currency in safety and health disciplines – particularly subjects related to the transit industry, by regular review of safety publications; memberships in appropriate professional safety organizations; and attendance at appropriate safety, and health seminars. Develops a communication network with safety and health professionals at other transportation agencies

2.Develops, updates, and assesses SEPTA’s Hearing Conservation Program (HCP). Conducts background noise dosimeter readings at various SEPTA maintenance and operating facilities. Identifies work areas and equipment that require hearing protection. Identifies employee exposures that warrant ongoing monitoring and annual audiometric testing. Ensures all employees identified to be a part of SEPTA’s HCP receive annual audiometric testing via a third-party vendor and manage the contract. Provides technical support and annual training to labor and management employees in the area of hearing conservation and personal protective equipment. Works in partnership with SEPTA’s Medical Department. Conducts random audits to ensure compliance with and effectiveness of the program.
3.Develops, updates, and assesses SEPTA’s Respiratory Protection Program (RPP). Conducts sampling and surveys to determine work duties that require respiratory protection. Works with SEPTA’s Medical Department to ensure that all employees with work assignments that require respiratory protection have been medically qualified and manage a third-party contract to ensure personnel are fit tested and received proper training on the equipment. Conducts random a