Health and Safety Supervisor jobs in District of Columbia
Health and Safety Supervisor supervises the identification and remediation of hazardous workplace conditions. Oversees the measurement and sampling of hazardous materials, and any removal of physical, biological and chemical hazards. Being a Health and Safety Supervisor investigates, analyzes, and reports on any accidents or unsafe events and suggests remedial and preventative actions. Develops a safety conscious culture by providing workforce education on first aid, emergency/safety procedures and regulations. Additionally, Health and Safety Supervisor ensures all necessary records are maintained and are in compliance with all applicable federal and state health and safety regulations. Participates in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections, providing inspectors with appropriate documents and identifying safety measures. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a Manager. The Health and Safety Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Health and Safety Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Safety and Occupational Health Manager
- USAJOBS
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
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Duties
Manages and coordinates a comprehensive safety and environmental health program for all staff, occupants, researchers, and visitors of the Library. Participates in short- and long-range planning for safety and health needs. Monitors the progress of the Library toward safety, environmental health, and fire protection goals; and periodically evaluates goals to make appropriate adjustments.
Ensures fire prevention and protection measures to preserve the integrity of collections, the safety of Library staff, occupants, and visitors, and to assure the continuity of operations from the effects of afire event.
Oversees the Library's Environmental Programs, including maintaining compliance with the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act.
Ensures proper management of hazardous materials, including storage and disposal.
Represents the Library in periodic audits conducted by oversight agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, District of Columbia Department of the Environment, and the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.
Responsible for the development and promulgation of safety and environmental health directives and procedures applicable to broad categories of applications; and promotes understanding and communication of these policies and procedures throughout the agency.
Represents the Library on federal and national safety committees/organizations as a participant or active member.
Negotiates for accountability and resolution of concerns with the Architect of the Capitol, and other federal agencies such as the General Services Administration, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the National Institutes of Occupational Safety and Health.
Facilitates the development, scheduling, and delivery of safety and environmental health training for Library staff at all levels. Works with Library divisions and service units to identify staff training requirements to provide appropriate courses and seminars. Analyzes accident and illness data, applicable legislation, and job hazards to design appropriate education activities. Partners with service units and the Library's Human Capital Directorate to develop safety training for deployment to the Library's online training platform (LOC Learn).
Promotes adherence to safety and occupational health rules, offers safety guidance, and provides consultative services to all levels of Library management as the Library's subject matter expert on occupational hazards risk management. Promotes workplace environmental health through the investigation, identification, and mitigation, within acceptable and achievable limits, of job hazards and the provision of a secure workplace setting, conforming to national standards for indoor air quality, clean water, and physical factors. Oversees the ergonomics program, coordinating with service unit ergonomic representatives and the Health Services Division.
Develops a Hazard Communication Program to include hazard abatement plans for correction of identified hazards to minimize injuries to staff, occupants, and visitors, and damage to agency property. Conducts or directs risk evaluations, periodic safety and environmental health evaluations/inspections of Library workplaces. Represents the agency in biennial Office of Congressional Workplace Rights inspections.
Provides direct oversight to the Safety Services Division staff and manages day-to-day operations of the Division. Outlines the scope of assignments, indicates the policies and procedures to be followed, and assigns priorities and target dates for completion. Conducts formal and informal training for staff. Approves leave requests, handles complaints, and initiates disciplinary actions when necessary.
Initiates formal requests for filling vacancies, conducts interviews, and makes selection of applicants. Has the ability to judge and assess safety talent and select appropriate skill sets for current and future staffing needs.
Establishes performance standards and prepares formal staff performance evaluations. Communicates Division's expectations and gives frequent and appropriate guidance and feedback to staff to ensure Library safety standards and priorities are achieved.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Conditions of Employment
The Supervisor leads his/her staff toward meeting the Library's vision, mission, and goals by acting decisively, leveraging diversity and inclusiveness, demonstrating flexibility and resilience, fostering continuous improvement and innovation, and fostering integrity and honesty. To view the Library's Supervisory Core Competencies click the following link: https://www.loc.gov/static/portals/careers/documents/loc_supervisor_core_competencies.pdf
Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
Qualifications
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to conduct job safety and environmental compliance, analyses, audits, and inspections.**
Ability to develop and manage an environmental, safety and occupational health program.**
Knowledge of environmental safety and occupational health laws/regulations/guidelines.
Ability to develop and conduct environmental, safety, and occupational health education training.
Ability to supervise and lead a diverse workforce.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability To Communicate Effectively Other Than In Writing.
Education
Additional Information
There are no education requirements for this position.
Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. All who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant's college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: https://www.loc.gov/careers/working-at-the-library/frequently-asked-questions/vetting-personnel-at-the-library/
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. In addition, per Library of Congress Regulation 2010-12, an appointee or internal selectee is subject to a one-year supervisory probationary period, if this is his/her first supervisory/managerial position at the Library.
The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.
The selected applicant may be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-521, Ethics in Government Act of 1978. - 7 Days Ago
Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
- USAJOBS
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- DutiesProvides technical support to the safety programs of the supported parks to include inspections, evaluation, training, and representation on the parks' leadership team.Provides guidance and over...
- 7 Days Ago
Health Safety Environmental Manager
- Chimes
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- The Health, Safety and Environmental Manager works to ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors and the general public within the Library of Congress project. The Library of Congress Health, Safe...
- 10 Days Ago
Safety and Occupational Health Specialist
- National Park Service
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Washington, DC
PART_TIME
- SummaryThese positions are located at the following parks:The Home of Franklin D Roosevelt.Hampton National Historic Site.Monocacy National Battlefield.The White House and President's Park Learn more ...
- 11 Days Ago
Mid Health and Safety Officer
- Contract Resources Group
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Washington, DC
CONTRACTOR
- · Job Title: Mid Health and Safety Officer · Location: EPA Region 3 Sites (Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and West Virginia) · About the Role: We are seeking a ...
- 14 Days Ago
Manager, Safety and Health Policy
- Edison Electric Institute
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Washington, DC
OTHER
- Overview We are Edison Electric Institute, the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 235 million Americans and operate i...
- 17 Days Ago
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Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
- Akron Children's Hospital
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Akron, OH
- Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm Onsite Summary: The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Facility Health and safety Supervisor
- Wis Pak, Inc.
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Hattiesburg, MS
- JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Note: The job functions relate to the job, not the individual) •Maintain compliant proce...
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Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
- Specialized Recruiting Group - Metro Detroit, Michigan
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Belleville, MI
- We are searching for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor to fill a DIRECT HIRE position with a premi...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
- Cargill Corporation
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Iowa Falls, IA
- Support the plant manager in leading the external reputation and facilitate the community and governmental interaction a...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Environmental, Health, and Safety Supervisor
- ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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Hightstown, NJ
- About Us Welcome to ANI Pharmaceuticals, where we are dedicated to improving and enhancing patients' lives through the m...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
- Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork Co., Inc.
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Wausau, WI
- Job Summary: This position reports directly to the EHS Manager and is responsible for promoting and facilitating the suc...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Health and Safety Supervisor
- Hiring Now!
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Corsicana, TX
- At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Health and Safety Supervisor
- Clean Harbors
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Pascagoula, MS
- HPC-Industrial Powered by Clean Harbors, in Pascagoula, MS is looking for a Health and Safety Supervisor to join our Oil...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
About District of Columbia
Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west.
The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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