The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc
SENIOR SAFETY SPECIALIST (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) COUNTYWIDE
The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Assess the risk and safety hazards in all aspects of operations. Facilitate, plan, schedule, and coordinate annual fire drill evacuations. Answer questions related to safety policies and address non-standard issues. Track and chart monthly utility usage per building as well as performance metrics. Ensure classification-specific training for employees. Investigate accidents and incidents to determine their causes and implement measures to prevent recurrence. Maintain records of incidents and prepare reports for management. Ensure appropriate safety equipment is available and maintained properly. Provide support for the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) youth program.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business, Engineering, Safety Management, Fire Sciences, or a directly related field is required, and Four (4) years in the operation and maintenance of a large, urban, institutional facility or directly related experience is required or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required. Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process. Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents. The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current OSHA standards, regulations, and Fire/Life Safety protocol. Ability to assess risks and possible safety hazards in all aspects of operations and ability to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulation standards within the scope of responsibility. Ability to ensure County policies and procedures are disseminated, understood, and adhered to by all employees. Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and drawings and solve problems in a cost-effective manner. Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success. Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area. Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders. Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus. Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business, Engineering, Safety Management, Fire Sciences, or a directly related field is required, and Four (4) years in the operation and maintenance of a large, urban, institutional facility or directly related experience is required or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required. Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process. Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents. The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current OSHA standards, regulations, and Fire/Life Safety protocol. Ability to assess risks and possible safety hazards in all aspects of operations and ability to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulation standards within the scope of responsibility. Ability to ensure County policies and procedures are disseminated, understood, and adhered to by all employees. Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and drawings and solve problems in a cost-effective manner. Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success. Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area. Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders. Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus. Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
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