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Safety
and Health Specialist Wisconsin |
Nicolet Area Technical
College in Rhinelander, Wisconsin is seeking a Safety and Health
Outreach Specialist.
This is a full-time, 12-month Service Faculty position with a
full benefits package and is included in the Faculty Bargaining
Unit. Under the general direction of the Director of Protective
Services, the Safety and Health Outreach Specialist is
responsible for outreach services and sales and providing safety
and health training and technical assistance for district
stakeholders. The position will also provide health and safety
training and technical assistance for the College community.
Duties/Responsibilities:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not
to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may
be required and assigned. This is a salaried exempt position
with a typical Monday through Friday workweek. However,
scheduling flexibility is required, as early morning, evening,
and weekend assignments at various locations are typical to meet
the needs of business and industry.
Outreach Services and Sales for District Businesses and
Industries
Meet with district businesses and industries to determine safety
goals and needs, and develop ways to address identified needs
and concerns through customized training and technical
assistance.
Perform in-plant safety and health audits of district businesses
and industries. Make recommendations for compliance and
effective safety management.
Review safety programs and make recommendations for compliance
and workplace safety.
Serve as a point of contact and subject matter expert for
district businesses and industries.
Assist with the development of quotations and contracts for
training and technical assistance.
Conduct frequent environmental scanning activities, monitor
regulatory changes, and identify new market and product
opportunities.
Conduct formal and informal training needs assessments for
district businesses and industries using a variety of data
gathering techniques, including surveys, questionnaires,
interviews, observation, focus groups, etc.
Communicate and maintain collaborative relationships with
district businesses, industries, governmental agencies, and
other organizations.
Manage and document information related to outreach services and
sales for district businesses and industries, governmental
agencies, and other organizations (i.e., client contact
information, e-mails, phone contacts, previous services offered,
etc.).
Safety and Health Training and Technical Assistance
Coordinate the development, delivery, and assessment of safety
and health training and technical assistance offered by the
college.
Develop, revise, and customize safety and health curriculum
within areas of expertise/certification, incorporating a variety
of delivery methods (i.e., instructor-led training, online
learning, blended learning, job aids, video, and self-directed
learning).
Document safety and health curriculum utilizing College
curriculum design format and tools.
Develop high quality instructional support materials appropriate
to the audience and delivery method.
Provide customized training/professional development, technical
assistance, and continuing education courses within areas of
certification and expertise utilizing a variety of approaches,
including alternative delivery methods, to meet the diverse
learning needs of students.
Support and promote the initiatives of a learning-centered
College.
Assess learning outcomes and incorporate continuous quality
improvement practices into the teaching and learning process.
College Safety and Security Committee
Serve as a member of the Safety and Security Committee.
Perform College safety and health audits. Make recommendations
for compliance and effective safety management.
Review College safety programs, policies, and procedures, and
make recommendations for compliance and improved workplace
safety.
Identify and deliver safety and health training to College staff
and students.
Maintain detailed records of services rendered utilizing the
College approved processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Occupational Safety and
Health, Industrial/Environmental Health and Safety, or related
field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Specialized certification in one or more of the following areas
preferred: OSHA Outreach Trainer in General Industry and/or
Construction, HazMat, Confined Space, Powered Industrial Truck
Safety, MSHA (Mine Safety), and/or Lead Safe Renovator.
Extensive knowledge and experience in industrial safety in the
following areas: OSHA (general industry), hazard communication,
hazardous materials, emergency spill response, confined space,
electrical safety, fall protection, ergonomics, and bloodborne
pathogens required.
Ability to interpret legislative, administrative rules and laws
(i.e., OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NFPA), and statutory regulations.
The preferred candidate will have 8 – 10 years of experience
in industry in roles such as corporate safety specialist, safety
officer, safety manager/director, emergency response team
coordinator/leader, or industrial fire brigade member/chief.
Teaching/training experience is preferred.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
(including active listening skills).
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with people
from diverse backgrounds and maintain positive working
relationships with internal and external customers.
Certifications/Requirements:
Must meet and maintain Wisconsin Technical College System
instructor certification requirements.
Must stay current in areas of expertise and maintain
certification/licensing required by the College.
In evaluating candidates for this position, Nicolet may consider
a combination of education, training, and experience which
provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to
perform the duties of the position. Normally, education may be
substituted for experience, or experience substituted for
education, on a year for year basis.
Salary:
Dependent on qualifications and experience.
Application Procedures:
Submit materials by 4 p.m. on Friday, February 3, 2012.
Please include a cover letter, which addresses how your
background and experience are consistent with the requirements
of the position, a current résumé, and unofficial transcripts
of coursework. Electronic submissions are preferred and should
be emailed to hr@nicoletcollege.edu.
Applicants may mail materials to Department of Human Resources;
Nicolet Area Technical College; P.O. Box 518; Rhinelander, WI
54501.
Nicolet Area Technical College does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in
employment, admissions or its programs or activities.
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