Occupational Safety Specialist (24-160)

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 (per year) (Salary Schedule) 

Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations - Safety

Location: Augusta, ME 

Position Number:  02500-1528

Opening Date: December 6, 2024

Closing Date: December 20, 2024

Job Description:  

This is professional services work involving the safety of people and protection of equipment. The work involves identification of risks through the assessment of work and inspection of machinery, equipment, construction projects, and state buildings. Responsibilities include staying current on and interpreting the laws, rules, and regulations of OSHA, the Bureau of Labor Standards, other regulatory agencies, and Department policies and procedures to ensure safety and health standards are understood and utilized to maintain a safe and healthful workplace. A primary role is the development and delivery of safety and health related trainings throughout MaineDOT. Additionally, this position is responsible for inspecting and evaluating work conditions, performing personal protective equipment assessments, and addressing safety and health concerns with the intent of developing solutions and opportunities in the form of: recommending changes to existing and development of new health and safety policies, programs, and work practices.   
The Occupational Safety Specialists function as a team, individuals provide support and are a resource to other Occupational Safety Specialists throughout the Department. Positions in this classification are differentiated from Safety Compliance Officers because the work requires consultation and advising employers in developing safety compliance programs. 

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

Six (6) years of education and/or experience in health and safety, fire safety, or directly related area.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an