Health and Safety Specialist - Canals East

Summary

Involves developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental and safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations, and to ensure a safe and sustainable workplace.

Develops and implements health and safety policies and procedures. Conducts risk assessments and coordinates with state agency & insurer inspections. Manages the Occupational Health and Safety Program. Investigates accidents and incidents. Provides training and guidance on health and safety issues. Monitors compliance with health and safety legislation. Promotes health and safety in the workplace, which is about preventing injury from all incidental dangers that may arise within the workplace. The primary responsibilities will be in Utica and Rome, NY. #LI-CJ1

Responsibilities

Coordinates and maintains liaison with emergency service organizations

Facilitate root cause investigations on accidents and near-misses. Develop actions to prevent reoccurrence.

Review safety plans for contracted projects

Coordinate site Safety Committee’s monthly meetings

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines concerning health & safety, working knowledge of Workers Compensation law, and return-to-work policy

Keep informed of technical and business trends both internal and external, and their applicability to the achievement of NYPA’s goals

Thorough knowledge of power generation and transmission systems and components

Must possess strong written and verbal skills to further NYPA’s position in the public sector

The incumbent, as the proponent of health & safety performance beyond compliance, must be able to champion the effort with all levels of the Authority

Prepares and maintains appropriate written compliance programs; communicates same to employees

Takes a proactive approach to analyzing problems and recommends corrective action

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum 4 years of experience

Minimum 2 years experience implementing an employee health and safety program

Maintain certifications and proficiencies necessary

Working knowledge of OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration), DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety & Health), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)

Physical Requirements

Up to 20% travel primarily within NY State

Physical ability to access Authority facilities is necessary on a routine basis

Ability to enter confined spaces and areas with limited access

Ability to work from height and travel distances as well as stairs by foot

Ability to stand long periods of time in all types of weather; exposure to heat, cold, noise, wind and general nuisance air conditions

Valid Drivers license

Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces

Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations

Must be able to wear personal protective gear and respirator

Military Occupational Specialty Codes MOS - Army: 12A, 12B, 12P, 18C, 24A, 24Z, 51S MOS - Marines: 1120, 1302, 1310, 8824, 8831, 8832, 9622, 9624, 9630, 9631, 9632, 9636 MOS - Navy : EA, MME, UT, 2166, 2167, 2170, 2180, 2181, 2740, 4210, 4270, 4280, 5761, 5904, 5913, 5917, 5925, 5927, 5960, 5961, 5970, 5980, 7273

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $97,000-$121,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Disclaimer: NYPA accepts a standard 12-month F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) visa for certain roles. However, please be advised that NYPA is not an E-Verify employer, and as such, we are ineligible to support the F-1 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) OPT extension (24-month add-on).

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email  accessibility@nypa.gov .