Senior District Safety Representative

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe and effective transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT is seeking a qualified OSHA Specialist to support and advance employee safety across District 3.

• Coordinate with the WYDOT Employee Safety Program to implement safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with WYDOT safety policies, OSHA standards, and state and federal safety requirements.
• Develop, deliver, and document formal and informal safety training programs.
• Certify and instruct employees in required safety practices and procedures.
• Serve as a safety resource for District 3 employees and leadership.
• Represent District 3 on safety‑related matters and initiatives.

• Ensure employees attain and apply all aspects of personal and workplace safety.
• Collaborate with WYDOT supervisors and department management.
• Conduct proactive site visits and incident investigations.
• Collaborate with district facilities coordinator on annual inspections.
• Complete inspection reports and track documented deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Provide on‑job training during routine and special surveys.
• Offer technical assistance to correct identified hazards.
• Assist in reviewing current safety policies and procedures.
• Attend and support crew and job site safety meetings.
• Prepare training materials and aids.
• Coordinate training sites and schedules.
• Provide guidance, training, and best‑shared practices.
• Research, develop, and propose best practices in safe operating procedures and policies.
• Aid in updating and developing WYDOT safety manuals and policies.
• Create and manage electronic forms and utilize WYDOT's safety management database systems.
• Create data analysis reports.

This position is based in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and provides safety support and representation for all WYDOT District 3.

• $2,000 hiring bonus (eligibility details apply).
• Culture of public service and commitment to work/life balance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• State retirement plan and additional savings opportunities.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Terra Poling / 307‑352‑3048 / terra.poling1

• Preference may be given to those with OSHA 10 certification.
• Preference to those with 30‑hour instructor certification.
• Preference to those with First Aid/CPR/AED (adult, child, infant) certification.
• Preference to those with Hazardous Materials Specialist certification.
• Preference to candidates with knowledge of report writing.
• Preference to candidates with knowledge of federal and state safety rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Agency requires applicant possess a valid driver's license.

Minimum:
Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience:

0–2 years of progressive work experience with OSHA; or 3–5 years of progressive work experience with OSHA (education & experience substitution).

Physical working conditions:
Travel required.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA, and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

WYDOT uses E‑Verify to confirm eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Wyoming is a drug‑free workplace.

• Open until filled.