Department: Office of Human Resources
City of Syracuse residency is required for this position. If you are not a resident, you have six (6) months from your date of hire to establish residency.
Job Description
The work involves responsibility for the instruction and training of governmental employees in vehicle and occupational safety. The work is carried out in accordance with federal and local regulations and involves the identification of safety problems, the design and implementation of safety programs, as well as conducting training and safety courses to ensure that local governmental employees follow standard safety practices and procedures in carrying out their work assignments. Work is reviewed by an administrative superior who allows the incumbent considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment in the design and implementation of safety programs. When assigned to Onondaga County Department of Transportation, an employee in this class is primarily responsible for vehicular safety and safety practices concerned with highway maintenance and construction. The work may include laying out and supervising the work of subordinates as well as participating and sharing in the work assigned. Reviews of work procedures are performed to ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations from interdepartmental supervisory personnel. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
- Identifies present and potential safety problems by inspecting departmental operations and informing the employees of safety hazards
- Informs department heads and other supervisory personnel of operating procedures not in compliance with safety guidelines and works with them to establish standard operating procedures incorporating needed safety precautions into operations
- Designs safety programs upon the occurrence of dangerous situations by researching available data on safety procedures applicable to respective departmental functions and determines what training resources to utilize based upon safety hazards observed
- Performs full inspections and works with supervisory personnel to ensure ongoing compliance with safety program and safety regulations
Minimum Qualifications
- A) Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in developing and presenting instruction in safety programs, at least one (1) year of which must have involved vehicle and equipment safety; or
- B) Two (2) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in training and evaluating in the operation and maintenance of complex heavy construction equipment or trucks over thirteen tons in weight. Must have certification by a recognized institute in training/evaluating on equipment used.
Special Requirements
- When required to operate a motor vehicle, possession of a valid New York State Non-CDL or CDL, including any special endorsements, as required for the type of vehicle being operated.
- Where possession of a license is required, eligibility for and continued possession of the license is required for employment.
- Possession of Excavator Certification is required to perform excavation duties in accordance with New York State General Business Law. Certification must be obtained during the probationary period. Training will commence upon appointment. Eligibility for and continued possession of the license is required for employment.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
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