New Job Osha Safety Consultant Trainee/Osha Occupational Safety Consultant In Louisiana

OSHA SAFETY CONSULTANT TRAINEE OR OSHA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY CONSULTANT
Office of Workers' Compensation
Division: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Location: Orleans
Position: 50339916
Announcement: LWC145772-10-8-21CG

This position may be filled as either a Probational or a Job Appointment open to all qualified applicants; a Promotion open to all statewide classified and Agency wide permanent status employees; or by Detail to Special Duty. Current permanent status, classified employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected. If filled as a Job Appointment, there is a possibility that this position may be converted to a Probational Appointment should funding become available.

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a OSHA SAFETY CONSULTANT TRAINEE, OR OSHA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY CONSULTANT depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 8100-Professional Level Exam in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered.

Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process by selecting the 'Applications' link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their meanings.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and background check.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you need a special accommodation for a disability.

Applicants claiming a testing exemption based on 3.5 or higher GPA for the baccalaureate degree or master’s degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify exemption claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

The Louisiana Workforce Commission is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities • TDD# 800-259-5154

LWC does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Charlotte Gautreau
HR Analyst
[email protected]
Louisiana Workforce Commission

Function of Work:
To perform industrial safety consultations and analyze safety and health programs.

Level of Work:
Entry.

Supervision Received:
Close from the Assistant Director of OSHA Consultation Safety and Health Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised:
None.

Location of Work:
Department of Labor; Office of Worker's Compensation Administration; Safety Section.

Job Distinctions:
Differs from OSHA Occupational Safety Consultant by participating in formalized classroom instruction and on-the-job training.

Assists the OSHA Occupational Safety Consultant when acting in a consultative capacity by request to management of industrial establishments; assists in recommending the utilization of new devices and the initiation of approved methods and safety procedures in order to maintain safe working conditions and to prevent injuries and illnesses; assists in analyzing the employer's safety and health program, determines its effectiveness, and makes recommendations to the employer concerning the improvement of the program.

Assists in preparing consultation reports and making appropriate recommendations pertaining to hazards identified or safety and health program deficiencies.

Assists employers in planning comprehensive safety education programs; develops and presents special training programs.

Assists in conducting public relations activities to promote utilization of the cost containment consultation and exemption programs by private employers within the state; develops and presents informational programs to civic groups and employer/employee organizations as requested.

Assists with assessing potential industrial health hazards through the use of material and process inventories and direct reading instruments when necessary.

Assists in maintaining all equipment necessary for the performance of duties.

Receives formalized classroom instruction as required by 29CFR Part1908.