SAFETY SPECIALIST

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Safety Specialist assists in the management of one or more of the divisional safety programs of the Department of Public Works (DPW) by performing case management, identifying safety hazards and training needs, conducting training classes, and documenting safety statistics.

Management of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses

• Use advanced case management techniques to analyze and coordinate a high-volume caseload related to work injuries, requests for accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) and Transitional Duty.
• Coordinate and administer drug and alcohol tests, including follow-ups, reasonable suspicion, random, post-accident, and return to duty.
• Research and prepare statistical reports regarding injuries and other medical conditions.
• Maintain up to date and detailed case notes and data; track and enter various information/data into software systems.
• Interpret and analyze various communications while tracking deadlines.
• Interact with employees, departmental staff, health care providers, assistant city attorneys, Department of Employee Relations (DER) staff, and other parties regarding case management issues.
• Perform administrative functions such as writing reports, completing verifications, creating training materials and PowerPoint presentations.
• Author, send, and receive letters and other correspondence related to work-related injuries and illnesses, requests for accommodation, and/or drug and alcohol follow-ups.
• Track and enter various information/data into software systems, such as CityTime, PeopleSoft, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), JJ Keller logs, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse.

Safety Training

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of safety training for managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Create training materials, including PowerPoint Presentations.
• Develop and implement safety plans and programs.
• Prepare and disseminate statistical reports.
• Staff the Peer Support Team, who are certified “Mental Health First Aiders.” Serve on an as‑needed basis at all hours to provide DPW employees an avenue to connect with trained peers in a safe, non‑judgmental, confidential environment.
• Perform safety blitzes and safety field and building audits.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

The Safety Specialist must be willing and able to do the following:

• Lift, move, or transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequently.
• Visit and inspect worksites, which may require walking, crawling, crouching, reaching, balancing, and standing.
• Be available at all hours to respond to and address safety concerns.
• Be available to participate in “snow monitoring.”
• Be available to work in rotation during snow and ice emergencies.

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety, human resources, business management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
2. One year of job-related experience assessing safety and performing employee compliance on safety and/or accident prevention programs.
3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 510-Standards for the Construction Industry certification and OSHA 511‑Standards for General Industry certification within one year of appointment and throughout employment.
4. Valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

Technical

• Knowledge of Wisconsin’s Department of Industry, Labor, and Human Relations (DILHR) and OSHA occupational safety laws, standards, and principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the physical sciences and engineering principles as they relate to safety.
• Knowledge of effective training methods.
• Ability to conduct research and perform surveys effectively.

Communication, Interpersonal, and Customer Service

• Verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to deliver engaging training programs.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to write narrative reports and correspondence.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a multicultural, multidisciplinary staff and with other agencies.
• Ability to function well under pressure, including during critical incident events involving employees.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with others whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Organizational and Critical Thinking

• Ability to effectively organize, plan, coordinate, communicate, and implement safety programs, training, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently utilizing resources to accomplish multiple tasks according to deadlines.
• Honesty, integrity, and a commitment to safeguarding City resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current starting salary range (Pay Range 2IX) is $68,244-$89,460 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $70,974-$93,038. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

• The incumbents of positions in this class, if certified by the Commissioner of Public Works as being, when appropriate, regularly involved in snow and ice control operations which result in an excessive amount of overtime work, to receive 4.8% additional biweekly salary as compensation for such overtime work.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement Systems (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions, a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• Applications and further information can be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E. Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.