GIS Manager

The Enterprise Asset and Technical Services department is seeking a Safety Analyst - Construction. The Safety Analyst supports the safety program for Clean Water Services (CWS). This position is responsible for providing safety analysis, reviews, audits, and developing procedures and processes to ensure compliance with Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OR-OSHA) construction, general industry rules, and CWS policies. Works in partnership with department leaders, project managers, and other CWS staff to identify potential safety hazards and solutions for new and ongoing construction projects.  Provides Job Safety Analysis (JSA) guidance and assistance, with a focus on operations, maintenance, and construction safety. Acts as a resource for the local safety committee and department teams, providing expertise on construction safety and OR-OSHA compliance.

(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. CWS may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion.   Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions)

1. Assists in the review and acceptance process of construction/contractor site safety plan review as a subject matter expert.  Identifies required safety controls to ensure OR-OSHA compliance during construction projects. 
2. Identifies and coordinates construction safety training needs for CWS. Prepares a training schedule, and ensures all training aligns with OR-OSHA standards. Monitors, tracks, and evaluates safety training for quality and effectiveness annually, making recommendations for improvements.  Coordinates with supervisors and managers to prepare training materials, teaching aids, and devices.
3. Serves as a technical resource for safety program improvements and OR-OSHA compliance. Leads near-miss incident and accident investigations, analyzing data to identify trends and problem areas for prevention. Conducts and trains others in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process and evaluations. Assists in developing, updating, and implementing safety policies and procedures.
4. Acts as the local Safety Committee resource and liaison. Provides technical support to local safety committees by developing, recommending, implementing, and monitoring safety program improvements. Functions as a liaison between safety committees and management.
5. Administers training to CWS project coordinators, project managers, and inspectors to ensure their understanding of the construction/contractor site safety plans while the contractor performs the work.  Frequently visits work sites where contractors perform work to ensure that the contractor work meets the requirements of the site safety plan as accepted by CWS.  
6. Frequently visits work sites to audit site safety plans, ensuring proper use of PPE as well as overall compliance with OR-OSHA safety requirements, and CWS safety policies. Prepares safety audit reports.
7. Assists the confined space rescue team leader in ordering and maintaining required equipment; audits and tracks confined space entry permits and attends team training.
8. Acts as a technical resource regarding construction safety, health, and environmental requirements to facilitate safe work practices. Integrates safe work practices into project design, ensuring compliance with OR-OSHA standards.
9. Meets with and responds to OR-OSHA officials during and after site visits and inspections. Coordinates with OR-OSHA technical division to address technical issues related to safety and health compliance. Creates, organizes, and stores electronic reports and other recordkeeping information related to OR-OSHA compliance.
10. Maintains a positive, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture to improve the understanding and recognition of diversity, and foster multidisciplinary and integrated team approaches.
11. Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Advanced principles, theories, and practices of occupational safety and health
• Federal and OR-OSHA General Industry rules and regulations
• OR-OSHA Division III Construction rules and regulations
• National Fire Protection Association 70E (NFPA 70E) regulations 
• Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA) processes
• Emergency management protocols
• Employee training and development systems and methods
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, permits, and regulations
  
  

• Evaluating hazards in construction and general industry environments
• Designing and implementing safety controls in construction and general industry environments
• Conducting field audits
• Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting safety metrics and data
• Advanced word processing, spreadsheets, and database management
• Technical writing to develop, edit, and update safety documents and reports
• Preparing training materials and teaching aids
• Conducting basic safety interviews
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees and stakeholders
• Interpretation and explanation of safety regulations and procedures
• Efficiently organizing information and timelines
  
  

• Identify, research, troubleshoot, and analyze processes and procedures
• Develop alternatives and recommend strategies to improve job safety 
• Schedule training sessions and organize materials 
• Deliver effective presentations to department staff
• Complete and update information efficiently within the established timeline
• Operate effectively in a team environment
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing 
• Use computer applications and information systems