Safety Consultant

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Safety Consultant

Posting Number
NFE02508P

Department
SDSU-Eng Extension

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

Join the dynamic team at South Dakota State University’s ( SDSU ) Engineering Extension Department as a Safety Consultant! We are looking for a passionate individual with excellent communication, interpersonal, and motivational skills to make a significant impact on businesses and industries across South Dakota. As a Safety Consultant, you’ll be at the forefront of implementing the Federal OSHA Consultation Program grant, providing invaluable support to our community. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12 month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The mission of the SDSU Engineering Extension is to effectively implement the requirements of the Federal OSHA Consultation Program grant which is designed to assist private sector small and medium-sized employers with safety and health program assessments. Active employer involvement reduces direct and indirect costs and benefits economic development. The OSHA On-site Consultation Program is a key effort of Engineering Extension.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
Provide support to South Dakota businesses and industries by successfully executing the requirements of the Federal OSHA Consultation Program grant.

BENEFITS :
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Health, Safety, Construction Management, Technology, or related field completed by start date.
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal relations, and motivational skills with staff, faculty, students, construction project managers, industrial plant managers, company officers, production/maintenance workers, and construction personnel.
• Valid Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire and willingness to travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• A minimum of one year of familiarity and experience with OSHA General Industry and/or Construction Standards, OSHA Consultation Programs/Policies/Procedures.
• Experience in identifying and evaluating safety hazards in the workplace.
• Experience in abating identified safety hazards according to OSHA standards.
• Experience as a presenter at safety seminars and/or conferences.

APPLICATION PROCESS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
10/17/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
11/08/2024

Advertised Salary
$54,285 - $65,100

Duration of the Term
12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

Normal hours are 8am-5pm M-F with schedule adjustment for special projects or deadlines.
There are frequent deviations from normal work hours which include early mornings, late evenings, out-of-town stays during the week, and out of town stays over the weekend. These irregular work hours occur for many reasons such as required participation at meetings, training, and to best serve the customer.
Travel is a part of the position.
Travel can include extended driving and air travel. Overnight travel varies; it can be 20-30 nights per year.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128 .

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Marcus Ashlock, at Marcus.Ashlock@sdstate.edu or 605-688-6906.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
Ear Protection (including earplugs), Eye Protection, Other, Protective Clothing, Respirator

If other protection is used please identify

Hard hat, safety-toe boots. All PPE is used on an as-needed basis according to the employer’s requirements and the consultant’s professional judgement.

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

The employee must be able to navigate nearly any work environment found in the state for purposes of carrying out thorough safety inspections. This involves travelling. It also involves the transportation and manipulation of various pieces of industrial hygiene monitoring equipment.
Knowledge of the use of a computer and keyboarding skills are a daily requirement of the position.

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Atmospheric Contaminants (includes odors & fumes), Biohazard, Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Electrical Current, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat >100F, Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Vibrations, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Work in confined/congested spaces (tunnels), Work in narrow aisles/passageways, Work Overhead, Working Around Machinery

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

The employee must be able to navigate nearly any work environment found in the state for purposes of carrying out thorough safety inspections.
May find themselves in any situation that a workplace might present. Any hazard must be recognized, noted, and avoided.

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Animal Facility, Animal Research Farm, Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Classroom Environment, Clinical Environment, Farm or Grassland Environment, Greenhouse Environment, Lab Environment, Mechanical Facility, Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below), Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

The position involves inspecting the workplaces of potentially any employer in the state. This constitutes a very wide range of environments.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Where did you hear about this position?
   • SDBOR Employment Site
   • South Dakota Department of Labor
   • Employee Referral
   • Department Announcement / Inside State
   • Handshake
   • Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify
   • Industry Conference
   • Search Engine - Please specify
   • Employment Agency - Please specify
   • Newspaper - Please specify
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) - Please specify
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   • APLU
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   • Alumni
   • Other - Please specify

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List

Optional Documents