Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
Safety Investigator 1
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Rochester, Minnesota, us, 55905
Safety Investigator 1
Agency: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
Location: Rochester, MN
Job ID: 89630
Telework Eligible: Yes
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Yes - Up to 40% of the time
Salary Range: $26.43 - $38.55 per hour; $55,186 - $80,492 per year
Classified Status: Classified
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Agency: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / OSHA Inspection South
Job Description This position exists to prevent and reduce the occurrence of occupational injuries and illnesses in Minnesota workplaces through enforcement of occupational safety and health standards. The work involves conducting compliance inspections, identifying violations, and preparing detailed investigation reports. Employees may be required to attend training in St. Paul and may need to travel up to 40% of the time, including overnight stays.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework after a successful 6‑month probation period. Employees who live within 50 miles of Rochester may be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may also reside in a neighboring state within 50 miles.
Responsibilities
Identify, resolve, and document apparent violations and/or hazards during compliance inspections.
Write field investigation reports documenting the nature, scope, and findings of violations.
Perform follow‑up and referral investigations.
Identify, evaluate, and manage imminent danger hazards reported or encountered so that prompt and effective corrective action is taken.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of applicable health and safety laws, regulations, standards, codes, and policies to effectively perform all job requirements.
Represent MNOSHA and the agency on contacts with external constituents such as injured workers, next of kin, OSHA delegates from other states, public and private sector employers and employees, business representatives, unions and trades associations, and Federal OSHA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
18 months professional occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved industrial hygiene sampling, interpretation and application of safety and health standards, and regulations, including responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying and abating hazards.
Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, or Engineering will substitute for 18 months of experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Construction Management will substitute for 1 year of experience.
Additional Qualifications
Communication skills sufficient to write technical reports, communicate information to the public, and effectively use technology.
Math skills sufficient to calculate sampling times, volumes, concentrations, and averages to accurately report results.
Ability to use personal protective and testing equipment.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, ascend ladders, work in loud environments, and transport up to 20 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who share different cultures, ethnicities, languages, or experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Minnesota and federal occupational health and safety standards sufficient to determine violations and assess penalties.
Knowledge of inspecting and auditing techniques sufficient to facilitate interaction and enforce the health and safety provisions of OSHA.
Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Risk Control and Safety Management.
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management AND at least 2 years of experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards or regulations, including responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards, and abating those hazards.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program registered with the Department of Labor and Industry AND four years of occupational safety and health experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations.
Associate’s Degree in a job‑related field (construction management, production management, construction trades, etc.) AND four years of occupational safety and health experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations.
Language skills other than English (Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).
Additional Requirements All final candidates must submit a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of a SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and Education/License Verification.
How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions about applying, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information, visit Minnesota Careers.
Veteran and Disability Information Recent separated veterans, also known as “recently separated veterans,” who apply and meet the qualifications may be granted an interview. Veterans must meet the criteria listed and submit a DD‑214 form by the closing date. Disabled veterans with a verified service‑connected disability rating of at least 30% may be appointed on a non‑competitive basis if they meet all minimum qualifications.
If you have a disability and need assistance searching for or applying for jobs, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Location: Rochester, MN
Job ID: 89630
Telework Eligible: Yes
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Yes - Up to 40% of the time
Salary Range: $26.43 - $38.55 per hour; $55,186 - $80,492 per year
Classified Status: Classified
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Agency: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / OSHA Inspection South
Job Description This position exists to prevent and reduce the occurrence of occupational injuries and illnesses in Minnesota workplaces through enforcement of occupational safety and health standards. The work involves conducting compliance inspections, identifying violations, and preparing detailed investigation reports. Employees may be required to attend training in St. Paul and may need to travel up to 40% of the time, including overnight stays.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework after a successful 6‑month probation period. Employees who live within 50 miles of Rochester may be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may also reside in a neighboring state within 50 miles.
Responsibilities
Identify, resolve, and document apparent violations and/or hazards during compliance inspections.
Write field investigation reports documenting the nature, scope, and findings of violations.
Perform follow‑up and referral investigations.
Identify, evaluate, and manage imminent danger hazards reported or encountered so that prompt and effective corrective action is taken.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of applicable health and safety laws, regulations, standards, codes, and policies to effectively perform all job requirements.
Represent MNOSHA and the agency on contacts with external constituents such as injured workers, next of kin, OSHA delegates from other states, public and private sector employers and employees, business representatives, unions and trades associations, and Federal OSHA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
18 months professional occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved industrial hygiene sampling, interpretation and application of safety and health standards, and regulations, including responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying and abating hazards.
Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, or Engineering will substitute for 18 months of experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Construction Management will substitute for 1 year of experience.
Additional Qualifications
Communication skills sufficient to write technical reports, communicate information to the public, and effectively use technology.
Math skills sufficient to calculate sampling times, volumes, concentrations, and averages to accurately report results.
Ability to use personal protective and testing equipment.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, ascend ladders, work in loud environments, and transport up to 20 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who share different cultures, ethnicities, languages, or experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Minnesota and federal occupational health and safety standards sufficient to determine violations and assess penalties.
Knowledge of inspecting and auditing techniques sufficient to facilitate interaction and enforce the health and safety provisions of OSHA.
Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Risk Control and Safety Management.
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Construction Management AND at least 2 years of experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards or regulations, including responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards, and abating those hazards.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program registered with the Department of Labor and Industry AND four years of occupational safety and health experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations.
Associate’s Degree in a job‑related field (construction management, production management, construction trades, etc.) AND four years of occupational safety and health experience involving interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations.
Language skills other than English (Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).
Additional Requirements All final candidates must submit a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of a SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and Education/License Verification.
How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions about applying, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information, visit Minnesota Careers.
Veteran and Disability Information Recent separated veterans, also known as “recently separated veterans,” who apply and meet the qualifications may be granted an interview. Veterans must meet the criteria listed and submit a DD‑214 form by the closing date. Disabled veterans with a verified service‑connected disability rating of at least 30% may be appointed on a non‑competitive basis if they meet all minimum qualifications.
If you have a disability and need assistance searching for or applying for jobs, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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