Safety Officer - Safety & Health Officer​/Part-Time, Day Shift

Job Title

Safety Officer (Safety & Health Officer
1)

• Job
• Location:
  
  Preston, MN
• Full/Part Time:
  Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Date Posted: 02/18/2026
• Closing Date: 03/03/2026
• Salary Range: $28.26 – $41.43 hourly
• Work Hours:
  
  8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday
• No travel required
• Telework Eligible:
  No
• Agency:
  Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Preston Veterans Home

This position will serve as the Safety Officer for the MVH-Preston to implement, promote, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate safety and health programs. The role is part‑time and primarily day shift, with a schedule that includes at least 40 hours per two‑week pay period.

• At least two years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety, demonstrating experience in at least two of the following:
  • Maintaining and auditing safety programs
  • Analyzing workers’ compensation data and/or identifying ways to mitigate risk
  • Developing and/or promoting health and wellness programs
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental health regulations (OSHA, Minnesota OSHA, EPA, MPCA, NFPA, etc.)
• Analysis and critical thinking skills sufficient to analyze information, develop and implement strategies to improve safety and health for employees, residents, and customers
• Communication skills sufficient to write and present safety‑related investigations and progress reports
• Ability to implement and present training to individuals and groups on safety and health issues
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science, Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience. An associate’s degree may substitute for six months of experience.

• Three or more years in Environmental Health and Safety field as described above
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Knowledge of CMS, federal Veterans Administration or MN Department of Health regulations for healthcare settings
• Experience working in a healthcare or long‑term care facility
• Experience conducting inspections, determining compliance, and enforcing adherence to OSHA laws and regulations
• Knowledge of security camera systems operation
• Knowledge of emergency preparedness and management

• Successful completion of a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check (if conducted)
• Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x‑ray) required before employment
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists

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• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (including fertility, diabetes, and orthodontic care)
• Six weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan available after at least three years of service
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Support resources that promote well‑being

• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities
• May be eligible for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (visit student aid.gov for details)

• Voluntary confidential program to support work/life balance and personal well‑being
• Services addressing mental health, relationships, grief, finances, legal issues
• Daily living convenience services (home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)

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