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Greater Southern Tier BOCES HEALTH AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST - BINGHAMTON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT in Elmira, New York
Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 8-Hour Day, 12 Month Competitive Civil Service Position
Performs all duties associated with an inspector, planner, and supervisor in accordance with AHERA regulations.
Conducts inspections of schools and auxiliary properties for compliance with AHERA regulations and in compliance with all SED regulations.
Conducts health and safety tests such as air quality, lead, and water testing.
Performs surveillance and general safety inspections for OSHA, AHERA and DOL compliance.
Contributes to the Health and Safety newsletters, collaborates with other Health and Safety personnel, stays current with trends by attending workshops and seminars related to the Health and Safety profession.
Makes regular routine inspections to observe potentially hazardous conditions and work practices.
Inspects accident and loss sites to determine causes.
Writes inspection reports.
Recommends and assists in the development of school Health and Safety programs to include objectives and procedures for identifying, controlling, and reporting hazardous conditions and practices.
Provides advise to school districts relative to each health and safety problem.
Assists in a comprehensive program of safety education and training, which includes bulletins, manuals, contests, and other safety-awareness techniques.
Conducts safety training with appropriate school personnel such as RTK and Bloodborne Pathogen.
As requested, acts as liaison with advisory committees and school officials relative to a health and safety program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
This is a competitive Civil Service position. The selected candidate must possess this title, be among the top three of a current Civil Service Certificate of Eligibles List for this title, or be among the top three after taking the required Civil Service exam for this title.
Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Industrial Safety or a related field; OR
Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Industrial Safety or a related field and three (3) years’ experience in industrial or commercial safety; OR
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years’ experience in industrial or commercial safety; AND
Must possess NYS certification as an asbestos handler/supervisor and inspector/management planner, NYS certification in Fire and Building Inspection (if candidate selected does not possess this, must attend school/training to gain), and a valid NYS Driver’s License.
SALARY RANGE: Dependent upon related work experience and education. Plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Application Deadline:10/01/2024
Civil Service Title: HEALTH AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
Job Number: 012 MSC24/25