Department of Labor
Job Title
OSHA Safety Officer I (S)
Job Summary An individual in this position inspects North Carolina workplaces for employee exposures to hazardous conditions, prepares written reports, and recommends citations when warranted by state safety laws. Travel is required for on‑site inspections of physical hazards, chemical exposures, and incidents such as complaints, referrals, follow‑ups, accidents, and fatalities, conducted in accordance with the North Carolina Field Information System (FIS) and the Field Operations Manual (FOM).
Responsibilities
Identify workplace hazards and potential hazards
Recommend citations for alleged violations and make appropriate referrals
Inspect a variety of establishments and perform safety and health hazard assessments
Evaluate employers’ hazard abatement efforts
Prepare investigative reports on fatalities, accidents, and complaints as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act
Document findings and maintain accurate database records
Communicate with complainants, employers, state and local agencies, and NCDOL personnel
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles and OSHNC standards
Self‑motivated, with excellent time management and database management skills
Physical, mental, and emotional capability to conduct independent inspections
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including prosecution‑ready report writing and word‑processing proficiency (WordPerfect, Microsoft Word)
Valid driver’s license and a commute of no more than 50 miles to the Raleigh OSHA field office
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
OSHA Safety Officer I (SCOI): Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial management, industrial engineering, or a related field *and* two years of experience in occupational safety and health inspections; OR Associate’s degree and four years of experience; OR equivalent education/experience combination.
Safety Compliance Officer Trainee (SCO Trainee): Bachelor's degree in occupational safety/industrial management/industrial engineering or related field *or* Associate’s degree and two years of experience; OR equivalent education/experience combination.
Applicants currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program may be considered if the degree will be completed before the first day of employment.
Compensation SCO Trainee: $55,823 · SCOI: $61,000 (base salary). The compensation is based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills, and internal equity.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The State provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, or religious beliefs.
Recruiter Information Recruiter: Kyla Virden (Human Resources Division, NC Department of Labor)
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Job Summary An individual in this position inspects North Carolina workplaces for employee exposures to hazardous conditions, prepares written reports, and recommends citations when warranted by state safety laws. Travel is required for on‑site inspections of physical hazards, chemical exposures, and incidents such as complaints, referrals, follow‑ups, accidents, and fatalities, conducted in accordance with the North Carolina Field Information System (FIS) and the Field Operations Manual (FOM).
Responsibilities
Identify workplace hazards and potential hazards
Recommend citations for alleged violations and make appropriate referrals
Inspect a variety of establishments and perform safety and health hazard assessments
Evaluate employers’ hazard abatement efforts
Prepare investigative reports on fatalities, accidents, and complaints as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act
Document findings and maintain accurate database records
Communicate with complainants, employers, state and local agencies, and NCDOL personnel
Qualifications
Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles and OSHNC standards
Self‑motivated, with excellent time management and database management skills
Physical, mental, and emotional capability to conduct independent inspections
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including prosecution‑ready report writing and word‑processing proficiency (WordPerfect, Microsoft Word)
Valid driver’s license and a commute of no more than 50 miles to the Raleigh OSHA field office
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
OSHA Safety Officer I (SCOI): Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, industrial management, industrial engineering, or a related field *and* two years of experience in occupational safety and health inspections; OR Associate’s degree and four years of experience; OR equivalent education/experience combination.
Safety Compliance Officer Trainee (SCO Trainee): Bachelor's degree in occupational safety/industrial management/industrial engineering or related field *or* Associate’s degree and two years of experience; OR equivalent education/experience combination.
Applicants currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program may be considered if the degree will be completed before the first day of employment.
Compensation SCO Trainee: $55,823 · SCOI: $61,000 (base salary). The compensation is based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills, and internal equity.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The State provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, or religious beliefs.
Recruiter Information Recruiter: Kyla Virden (Human Resources Division, NC Department of Labor)
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