State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: Safety Investigator 1

Job Class: Safety Investigator 1

Agency: Labor & Industry Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/12/2024

• Closing Date : 05/10/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Dept of Labor & Industry / OSH Training & Quality

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 20% of the time

• Salary Range: $24.92 - $36.34 / hourly; $52,033 - $75,878 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

At the State of Minnesota, the work we do is more than just a job. Employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The Department of Labor and Industry is committed to equity and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Working together to improve the state we love, the Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs.

*This continuous job posting will be used to fill up to eight (8) vacancies. Resumes will be reviewed on a weekly basis and applicants will be notified of their status*

This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes telework days and in office days at a DLI office building, after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.

This position requires in-state travel as much as 20% of the time. Position will require some overnight travel.

This position exists to prevent and reduce the occurrence of occupational injuries and illnesses in Minnesota workplaces through the enforcement of occupational safety and health standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Identify, resolve, and document apparent violations and/or hazards during compliance inspections.

• Write field investigation reports documenting nature, scope, and findings of violations.

• Perform follow-up and referral investigations.

• Identify, evaluate, and manage imminent danger hazards reported or encountered so that prompt and effective corrective action is taken.

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of applicable health and safety laws, regulations, standards, codes, and policies to effectively perform all job requirements.

• Represent Minnesota OSHA (MNOSHA) and the agency on contacts with external constituents, such as injured workers and/or their next of kin; OSHA delegates from other states; public and private sector employers and employees, business representatives; unions and trades associations; and Federal OSHA.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

· Eighteen months professional occupational safety and health experience* where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations. Experience must include responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards in the workplace, and abating those hazards. (i.e. safety manager, safety director, safety coordinator).

• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Risk Control and Safety Management, or Industrial Hygiene will substitute for 18 months of experience;

*Bachelors Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management will substitute for 1 year of experience.

In addition to the above experience, applicants will be evaluated on and must demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

· Communication skills sufficient to write technical reports, communicate information to the public and effectively use technology.

· Ability to use personal protective and testing equipment.

· Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, ascend ladders, work in loud environments, and transport up to 20 pounds.

· Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who may not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or common experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

· Knowledge of Minnesota and federal occupational health and safety standards sufficient to determine violations and assess penalties.

· Knowledge of inspecting and auditing techniques sufficient to facilitate interaction and enforce the health and safety provisions of OSHA.

· Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Risk Control and Safety Management; OR

· Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management AND two (2) years’ experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards or regulations. Experience must include responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards in the workplace, and abating those hazards. (i.e. safety manager, safety director, safety coordinator); OR

· Completion of an approved apprenticeship program registered with the Department of Labor and Industry AND four (4) years of occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations. Experience must include responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards in the workplace, and abating those hazards. (i.e. safety manager, safety director, safety coordinator); OR

· Associate’s Degree in a job-related field (construction management, production management, construction trades, etc.) AND four (4) years of occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations. Experience must include responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards in the workplace, and abating those hazards. (i.e. safety manager, safety director, safety coordinator).

· Language skills other than English (Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).

Additional Requirements

It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification. It is the policy of Labor and Industry (DLI) that all employees submit to a driver’s license check prior to employment when driving a vehicle is a requirement of the position. Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license is required for this position.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.