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State of New Mexico
Occupational Healh and Safety Officer (DOH/NMBHI #12690)
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A Safety Specialist works with safety specialists to inspect and test workplace environments and equipment and develop workplace safety programs. May specialize in product and equipment safety, and work to identify and correct safety hazards before they affect a customer or end user.
$59,088 / year median in New Mexico
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Details This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist? Incumbent will be responsible for the oversight of the facilities Safety and Adaptive Equipment programs and is responsible for ensuring flawless integration and day-to-day management of the programs functions and associated operations to establish a safe and secure environment for the patients and employees of New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) and the surrounding communities. How does it get done? Incumbents primary duties include to support and implement the facilities hospital safety management programs and related initiatives on an advanced level where In-depth knowledge and skills are utilized to complete complex assignments and enforce compliance with laws and regulations governing health and safety in a healthcare setting. Who are the customers? Patients/ Residents/ Clients/ Staff Ideal Candidate Patients/ Residents/ Clients/ Staff Minimum Qualification Associate degree in Occupational Health, Safety, or a related field such as Industrial Safety, Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry and two (2) years of experience in a risk management or a safety-related field (e.g., loss control, safety, and Worker's Compensation case management activities and workplace inspections). Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate 1.