RAILROAD INSPECTOR I

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Performs regulatory inspections and monitors all railroad carriers operating within the State of Maryland to reduce railroad related accidents, injury, deaths and property damage. This position enforces regulations under current Railroad Safety and Health Annotated Codes of Maryland, COMAR 09.12.91 and current CFR Codes issued by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience performing railroad safety or regulation compliance inspections related to track, motive power and equipment, operating practices or signal and train control.

Note: These requirements are determined by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in accordance with FRA requirements for admission to the federal training program which leads to certification as a Railroad Safety Inspector.

1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification will be required to obtain federal certification as a Railroad Safety Inspector within 1 year of employment. Information concerning requirements can be obtained from the Railroad Safety and Health Program, Division of Labor and Industry, Department of Labor, 1100 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.

1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hours a day basis and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information only. However, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.

***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

● Flexible hours 

● Paid holidays 12-13 per year

● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)

● State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)

● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)

● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no    deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services

● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare

● State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.

 If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, You may contact Brianna Freeman via email to brianna.freeman1@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

 PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

 Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

 Maryland Department of Labor/Office of Administration

Attn: RR Inspector I (26-001859-0001) BF
100 S. Charles Street, Tower I, Ste. 5000
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

 Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.