Chicago Transit Authority
Senior Occupational Health & Safety Specialist
Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
SALARY
$125,000 - $132,500 POSITION SUMMARY
Plans and coordinates the activities of employees engaged in the formulation of safety standards, procedures and specifications including methodologies and strategies that promote injury prevention and work safety. Collaborates with all Authority departments to analyze working conditions and procedures and recommends safety improvements. Audits accident data to identify trends and accidents that can be prevented with improved processes. Responsibilities
Leads comprehensive inspections and audits of various CTA property locations and sites, including facilities, shops, and garages to ensure compliance with OSHA and CTA regulations. Performs thorough inspections and audits at various CTA locations, including facilities, shops, and garages to ensure they meet OSHA and CTA safety standards. Reviews inspection reports and records to confirm compliance with safety regulations. Identifies deficiencies and areas of risk within transit property locations and suggests facility and work area improvements. Assists in identifying and implementing long-term solutions to systemic safety issues identified in inspections and investigations to minimize severity and preventing recurrence. Develops and implements proactive safety initiatives to eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments, and hazards in accordance with OSHA regulations and CTA requirements. This includes creating safety programs, policies, procedures, training objectives, and other initiatives to promote safe operations and prevent incidents. Evaluates audit findings and accident data to identify hazards and accident types that can be prevented. Performs safety assessments of CTA facilities, garages, and shop safety processes and procedures to document compliance requirements and recommends corrective actions or changes to policies and procedures that promote regulatory compliance. Implements safety programs and training to field personnel on CTA safety programs and procedures. Monitors and reports on the effectiveness of implemented safety programs. Serves as subject matter expert to conduct reviews and analysis of new and existing standard operating procedures, operating rules, bulletins and training programs to ensure that the latest requirements are in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and codes. Facilitates safety incident / event and injury investigations and assists managers in creating corrective and/or preventative action. Reviews injury report findings to determine if event is isolated or if it applies CTA wide, and determine if mitigations are necessary surrounding processes, procedures, or engineering solutions. Analyzes federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to occupational safety and health to develop and prepare safety programs and procedures to ensure CTA compliance and safety, including OSHA, IDOT, and FTA regulations. Leads the administration of a variety of programs addressing occupational health and safety issues including trauma, blood borne pathogen, hearing conservation, and other safety related programs. Evaluates program goals and objectives, determines training or support requirements, and makes recommendations on program implementation plans. Performs and reviews Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) to identify hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities for the purpose of elimination or control and recommends solutions to eliminate and/or minimize risk. Hires, trains, supervises, develops, monitors, and evaluates staff. Reviews and recommends personnel actions for approval. Ensures ongoing professional development for all direct reports, including identifying pertinent training opportunities. Performs other related duties as assigned. Challenges
Keeping abreast of compliance regulations with OSHA and other regulatory programs. Involvement with regulatory agencies (e.g., Chicago Dept. of Public Health, Illinois Dept. of Labor). Remaining calm dealing with multiple constraints or deadlines in a 24/7 operation. Keeping abreast of CTA operations in connection with safety aspects. Maintaining awareness of liability concerns when dealing with legal and oversight organizations. Management responsibilities
Job Title: Occupational Safety Officer(s) Job Title: Industrial / Senior Industrial Hygienist Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor\'s degree in Safety, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, or related field plus five (5) years of experience in creating and maintaining safety initiatives and/or OSHA practices, or a combination of education and experience related to the position. Five (5) years of experience in leading a team. Valid driver\'s license (DL) required. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred. Physical requirements
Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods and continuous use of a computer. Extensive moving (up to 3 miles at a time), sometimes on uneven surfaces and ladders; traversing areas such as trains and platforms. Must wear applicable personal protective equipment and be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Detailed knowledge of OSHA and regulatory compliance programs; SMS practices. Knowledge of methods for evaluating and inspecting workplaces; CTA operations knowledge is desired. Strong Microsoft Office skills; strong oral and written communications; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; good customer service; intermediate project management. Ability to apply safety laws and practices to technical matters; analyze processes for hazards; work independently; handle sensitive information with confidentiality; collaborate with other departments; anticipate and evaluate hazardous conditions; develop hazard control designs. Working conditions
General office environment; travel to CTA properties; varied weather and operational conditions; may work extended or irregular hours, including emergencies. Equipment, tools, and materials utilized
Standard office equipment and software; various measuring devices and safety equipment as appropriate. Additional details
Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process. Final salary determined by qualifications. Residency ordinance applies. CTA is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as required. Please contact arc@transitchicago.com for accommodations. CTA will contact candidates with next steps; respond promptly to avoid closing the application. For benefits, review https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
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SALARY
$125,000 - $132,500 POSITION SUMMARY
Plans and coordinates the activities of employees engaged in the formulation of safety standards, procedures and specifications including methodologies and strategies that promote injury prevention and work safety. Collaborates with all Authority departments to analyze working conditions and procedures and recommends safety improvements. Audits accident data to identify trends and accidents that can be prevented with improved processes. Responsibilities
Leads comprehensive inspections and audits of various CTA property locations and sites, including facilities, shops, and garages to ensure compliance with OSHA and CTA regulations. Performs thorough inspections and audits at various CTA locations, including facilities, shops, and garages to ensure they meet OSHA and CTA safety standards. Reviews inspection reports and records to confirm compliance with safety regulations. Identifies deficiencies and areas of risk within transit property locations and suggests facility and work area improvements. Assists in identifying and implementing long-term solutions to systemic safety issues identified in inspections and investigations to minimize severity and preventing recurrence. Develops and implements proactive safety initiatives to eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments, and hazards in accordance with OSHA regulations and CTA requirements. This includes creating safety programs, policies, procedures, training objectives, and other initiatives to promote safe operations and prevent incidents. Evaluates audit findings and accident data to identify hazards and accident types that can be prevented. Performs safety assessments of CTA facilities, garages, and shop safety processes and procedures to document compliance requirements and recommends corrective actions or changes to policies and procedures that promote regulatory compliance. Implements safety programs and training to field personnel on CTA safety programs and procedures. Monitors and reports on the effectiveness of implemented safety programs. Serves as subject matter expert to conduct reviews and analysis of new and existing standard operating procedures, operating rules, bulletins and training programs to ensure that the latest requirements are in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and codes. Facilitates safety incident / event and injury investigations and assists managers in creating corrective and/or preventative action. Reviews injury report findings to determine if event is isolated or if it applies CTA wide, and determine if mitigations are necessary surrounding processes, procedures, or engineering solutions. Analyzes federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to occupational safety and health to develop and prepare safety programs and procedures to ensure CTA compliance and safety, including OSHA, IDOT, and FTA regulations. Leads the administration of a variety of programs addressing occupational health and safety issues including trauma, blood borne pathogen, hearing conservation, and other safety related programs. Evaluates program goals and objectives, determines training or support requirements, and makes recommendations on program implementation plans. Performs and reviews Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) to identify hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities for the purpose of elimination or control and recommends solutions to eliminate and/or minimize risk. Hires, trains, supervises, develops, monitors, and evaluates staff. Reviews and recommends personnel actions for approval. Ensures ongoing professional development for all direct reports, including identifying pertinent training opportunities. Performs other related duties as assigned. Challenges
Keeping abreast of compliance regulations with OSHA and other regulatory programs. Involvement with regulatory agencies (e.g., Chicago Dept. of Public Health, Illinois Dept. of Labor). Remaining calm dealing with multiple constraints or deadlines in a 24/7 operation. Keeping abreast of CTA operations in connection with safety aspects. Maintaining awareness of liability concerns when dealing with legal and oversight organizations. Management responsibilities
Job Title: Occupational Safety Officer(s) Job Title: Industrial / Senior Industrial Hygienist Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements
Bachelor\'s degree in Safety, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, or related field plus five (5) years of experience in creating and maintaining safety initiatives and/or OSHA practices, or a combination of education and experience related to the position. Five (5) years of experience in leading a team. Valid driver\'s license (DL) required. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred. Physical requirements
Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods and continuous use of a computer. Extensive moving (up to 3 miles at a time), sometimes on uneven surfaces and ladders; traversing areas such as trains and platforms. Must wear applicable personal protective equipment and be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Detailed knowledge of OSHA and regulatory compliance programs; SMS practices. Knowledge of methods for evaluating and inspecting workplaces; CTA operations knowledge is desired. Strong Microsoft Office skills; strong oral and written communications; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; good customer service; intermediate project management. Ability to apply safety laws and practices to technical matters; analyze processes for hazards; work independently; handle sensitive information with confidentiality; collaborate with other departments; anticipate and evaluate hazardous conditions; develop hazard control designs. Working conditions
General office environment; travel to CTA properties; varied weather and operational conditions; may work extended or irregular hours, including emergencies. Equipment, tools, and materials utilized
Standard office equipment and software; various measuring devices and safety equipment as appropriate. Additional details
Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process. Final salary determined by qualifications. Residency ordinance applies. CTA is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as required. Please contact arc@transitchicago.com for accommodations. CTA will contact candidates with next steps; respond promptly to avoid closing the application. For benefits, review https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/
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