Job Title:	SAFETY OFFICER (WASTEWATER)
Salary:	$58,115.20 - $90,084.80 Annually
Job Type:	PERMANENT
Location:	Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada
Department:	Water Reclamation
Exam Number:	03373

Description  Benefits  Supplemental Questions
This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Safety, Physical Sciences or a field related to the work AND four (4) years of full-time professional experience in developing and/or administering a large-scale industrial safety or hazardous waste management program. Working Conditions: Be called back and work extended hours in emergency situations. Attend meetings outside of normal working hours. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and substances. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections of County, special district or other public and work site facilities and locations to ensures compliance with applicable codes, regulations and guidelines. Observes work in progress, ensures that proper safety equipment is worn and procedures are followed. Notifies management staff regarding violations of safety regulations and codes; makes recommendations for corrections and follows-up to ensure that violations have been corrected. Analyzes hazards and develops risk assessments for both public areas and work sites; develops policies, plans and procedures to minimize risk to the public and employees. Investigates safety and health complaints submitted by management, employees, employee organizations, the public and/or regulatory agencies; evaluates concerns and alternatives, resolves complaints and makes recommendations to management for corrective action, as required. Prepares, distributes and reviews employee questionnaires regarding health and safety issues; performs a variety of environmental tests using sophisticated testing equipment; records and summarizes results and prepares recommendations based upon study results. Develops and implements, after approval, internal safety rules, policies and guidelines; prepares manuals, training outlines and employee instructions. Conducts or provides for the conduct of employee training, including classroom lectures, demonstrations, hands-on instruction and tailgate seminars. Serves on County or agency safety committees; reviews accidents and makes recommendation for prevention of similar future incidents. Ensures that the County and/or the agency to which assigned complies with all environmental regulations regarding hazardous substance handling and disposal. Maintains accurate records and files relating to safety issues; prepares a variety of narrative and statistical reports, correspondence and other written materials. Serves as a member of the emergency management team, identifies potentially dangerous situations in an emergency and effects solutions and implements responsibilities as delegated during emergency response situations. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; drives a County or personal motor vehicle to attend meetings and visit work sites as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle in order to attend meetings and visit work sites; stamina to perform investigations and inspections of work sites and operations; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.