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SAFETY SPECIALIST
Chicago Department of Aviation
Safety Division
Number of Positions: 1
(Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)
Starting Salary: $66,672.00 annually
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with Local 1001 of the LABORERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA (BARGAINING UNIT#54). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 10 /07/2024
Under supervision, inspects safety and accident prevention practices in the workplace, and performs related duties as required.
Essential Duties
Assists in developing and implementing departmental safety regulations, policies and procedures. Inspects work areas and/or construction sites to ensure working conditions are in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and municipal and state safety regulations and policies. Makes recommendations to correct observed and reported safety violations and to implement safe work practices including the use of protective gear (e.g., helmets, steel tipped shoes, safety glasses, gloves). Checks safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, alarms, first aid kits, emergency equipment) for proper working condition. Ensures that safety precautions (e.g., sufficient lighting, warning signs, barricades) are posted near construction or hazardous sites. Ensures proper procedures are followed and rescue equipment is accessible to crews working in confined spaces and during excavations. Prepares and issues warnings, and/or letters of notification to address violations of safety policies and procedures. Investigates accidents to determine their root cause and to develop mitigation methods and corrective procedures to prevent future occurrences. Evaluates automotive and personal injury accident reports for evidence of cause and prepares reports on findings. Conducts employee training sessions on Safety Management System (SMS), safety policies and practices and arranges for product manufacturers to train employees on the proper use of safety equipment and gear. Maintains complete and accurate records of personal injury and property accidents. Drives to field sites to observe practices. Reviews safety policies and practices and assists in updating departmental manuals and policies. Attends and/or chairs safety meetings and committees. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Additional Duties May Be Required For This Position
Location: Aviation Public Safety Building, 850 Patton Drive, Chicago
Days/Shift: Monday thru Friday (During Training Period)
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (During Training Period)
Reporting Hours: Varies, based on operational needs. May include partial weekends and/or evening shifts.
NOTE: This is a 24/7 on-call operation, will be subject to overtime based on operational needs.
Candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Job Posting
Sep 24, 2024, 12:01:00 AM
BU
54
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
NOTE: A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.
Must obtain and maintain basic airfield driving certification (Yellow Stripe) within six months of hire.
Selection Requirements
This position requires applicants to PASS a written test / skills assessment test with multiple components IN ORDER to be interviewed. Interviewed Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be hired in seniority order and according to the collective bargaining agreement. Interviewed Non-Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected, AND
Preference Will Be Given To Those Who Possess
Level of Education successfully completed.
Previous work experience in a position requiring accident prevention and safety inspection work.
Proficiency level in Microsoft Office applications.
Level of proficiency operating a personal computer (PC).
Previous professional experience in training staff in accident prevention and safety inspection.
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date.Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
SAFETY SPECIALIST
Chicago Department of Aviation
Safety Division
Number of Positions: 1
(Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)
Starting Salary: $66,672.00 annually
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with Local 1001 of the LABORERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA (BARGAINING UNIT#54). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND
- Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
- Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
- Select your correct bargaining unit
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 10 /07/2024
Under supervision, inspects safety and accident prevention practices in the workplace, and performs related duties as required.
Essential Duties
Assists in developing and implementing departmental safety regulations, policies and procedures. Inspects work areas and/or construction sites to ensure working conditions are in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and municipal and state safety regulations and policies. Makes recommendations to correct observed and reported safety violations and to implement safe work practices including the use of protective gear (e.g., helmets, steel tipped shoes, safety glasses, gloves). Checks safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, alarms, first aid kits, emergency equipment) for proper working condition. Ensures that safety precautions (e.g., sufficient lighting, warning signs, barricades) are posted near construction or hazardous sites. Ensures proper procedures are followed and rescue equipment is accessible to crews working in confined spaces and during excavations. Prepares and issues warnings, and/or letters of notification to address violations of safety policies and procedures. Investigates accidents to determine their root cause and to develop mitigation methods and corrective procedures to prevent future occurrences. Evaluates automotive and personal injury accident reports for evidence of cause and prepares reports on findings. Conducts employee training sessions on Safety Management System (SMS), safety policies and practices and arranges for product manufacturers to train employees on the proper use of safety equipment and gear. Maintains complete and accurate records of personal injury and property accidents. Drives to field sites to observe practices. Reviews safety policies and practices and assists in updating departmental manuals and policies. Attends and/or chairs safety meetings and committees. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Additional Duties May Be Required For This Position
Location: Aviation Public Safety Building, 850 Patton Drive, Chicago
Days/Shift: Monday thru Friday (During Training Period)
Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (During Training Period)
Reporting Hours: Varies, based on operational needs. May include partial weekends and/or evening shifts.
NOTE: This is a 24/7 on-call operation, will be subject to overtime based on operational needs.
Candidate(s) selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Job Posting
Sep 24, 2024, 12:01:00 AM
BU
54
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
NOTE: A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.
Must obtain and maintain basic airfield driving certification (Yellow Stripe) within six months of hire.
Selection Requirements
This position requires applicants to PASS a written test / skills assessment test with multiple components IN ORDER to be interviewed. Interviewed Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be hired in seniority order and according to the collective bargaining agreement. Interviewed Non-Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected, AND
Preference Will Be Given To Those Who Possess
Level of Education successfully completed.
Previous work experience in a position requiring accident prevention and safety inspection work.
Proficiency level in Microsoft Office applications.
Level of proficiency operating a personal computer (PC).
Previous professional experience in training staff in accident prevention and safety inspection.
APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date.Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075.The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
