Safety Inspection Supervisor

Would you like to play a crucial role in safeguarding the citizens of Pennsylvania? The Department of General Services, Fire and Safety Environmental Section, is looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Safety Inspection Supervisor to lead the team. In this role, you will assist with the Department's emergency planning, carrying out a wide variety of administrative duties and responsibilities related to departmental emergency readiness and safety. If you are ready to embark upon a challenging, yet rewarding new path with the Commonwealth, we want to talk with you!

In this role, you will perform the full range of supervisory duties by establishing goals and timeframes; planning, assigning, and monitoring work; approving leave; preparing performance evaluations (EPR's); conducting on-the-job training; resolving disputes; and implementing the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement for the day shift. Work includes maintaining the fire and sprinkler systems for Commonwealth-owned and maintained buildings throughout the Capitol Complex and outlying areas, ensuring all activity and safety reports are complete and accurate, and overseeing the maintenance of buildings and fire detection equipment. You will have the opportunity to evaluate new fire and safety techniques and equipment and recommend action to ensure up-to-date standards. Communication is key as you establish and maintain effective working relationships with all agencies staff, agency fire and safety representatives, agency liaisons, Capitol Police, House and Senate Security, service providers and contractors, and local fire departments.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Essential Employee - Required to report to work during emergencies and office closings. (Per Bureau of Facilities Management - Essential Employee Policy)
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Safety Inspector (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare or other buildings, structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Post Employment Requirements:

• You must obtain a valid certification in 40-Hour HAZWOPER License or HazMat Operations level certificate from an accredited organization within the first year of employment.
• You must obtain a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry as an Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor License within the first year of employment.
• You must obtain a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry as an Asbestos Inspector License within the first year of employment.
• You must obtain a Certificate for Confined Space Entrant, Attendant and Supervisor Training within first year of employment.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.