Job Description

Job Description and Duties

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Working at the Cal/OSHA means much more than showing up for a job. You will be able to work on programs that are vital to the health and safety of our community, work force, and the state. We recognize the strength in teamwork. We know that by encouraging collaboration and diversity, educating employers in best practices, and protecting the health and safety of employees through enforcement of the California Labor Code and regulations will benefit our economy as a whole. Be a part of a team that prides itself in making a difference for Californians.                                                              

What will be the difference that you make for California?                                                                                                                                                      

Under the direction of the Principal Safety Engineer (Elevators) with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Elevator Unit, the Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) develops and researches Elevator Safety Orders (ESO), evaluate variance application, approve control configuration and device approval, provide Unit training and assist the Principal Safety Engineer and Senior Safety Engineers with the hiring process. The Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) ensures that the office functions and operates daily in accordance with Elevator Unit Policy and Procedures, DIR-DOSH directives, rules and policies.

***There are three (3) positions to be filled in either San Diego, Santa Ana, Monrovia, or San Bernardino. Multiple locations are also available in Northern California. Please see other postings under different job controls in CalCareers for other locations. If you are interested in positions at more than one location, please submit a new application for each job control.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

Working Conditions

This job is located at:
Division of Occupational Safety and Health – Elevator Unit – Santa Ana Office
2 MacArthur Place, 7th FL Suite 700, Santa Ana, CA 92707

***If you are interested in working in the other locations you must submit an application to each job control.***

Primarily working in a hybrid work environment that requires prolonged sitting using a computer and telephone. Field work would consist of ascending/descending elevator shafts, standing, crouch, reach, lifting/carrying 25 lbs. of work equipment or materials Traveling via private vehicle, State vehicle, or public transportation (i.e. automobile, airplane, etc.) including overnight travel 30 – 40 %.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel. Knowledge of: Elevator Safety Orders and other applicable codes as it applies to conveyances under the jurisdiction of the Elevator Unit; proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure to ensure that written materials are free of any errors; proper written communication skills to review written reports submitted by staff to ensure that it is complete, concise, and free of writing errors. Skills: proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Outlook) required in preparation of general correspondence; excellent organizational skills ensuring efficient tasking of work; excellent written and verbal communication skills with regard to Elevator Unit business, directing the public in resolving compliance issues and navigating website. Ability to: plan, prioritize, and organize work activities to meet target dates and production goals; evaluate reports to determine the necessary actions to be taken; obtain and apply information, and resources needed for resolution of compliance issues; resolve conflicts between personnel and/or the public timely, fairly, and with tact; read and evaluate written correspondence of varying levels of complexity insuring uniformity in the enforcement of the policies and procedures in the Elevator Unit. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and car insurance.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick, Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401 (k) 457 and Roth IRA Plans
• Reimbursement Accounts.
• General State Employment Benefits and Protections
• Visit to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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