Occupational Safety Specialist IV or V - Occupational Safety Division - Statewide

The Occupational Safety Division is seeking a professional Field Safety Specialist with a proactive mindset to join our team. As a forward-thinking individual, you will play a crucial role in promoting and maintaining a safe working environment for our employees in the field. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of safety policies, and best practices, and a focus on continuous improvement. If you are passionate about safety, thrive in a dynamic work environment, and are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our workforce in the field, then we want to hear from you.

• Occupational Safety Specialist IV - B23 - Salary Range $80,421.00 - $99,658.00
  
• Occupational Safety Specialist V- B25 - Salary Range $91,836.00 - $112,000.00

****The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

The Occupational Safety Division is seeking a professional Field Safety Specialist with a proactive mindset to join our team. As a forward-thinking individual, you will play a crucial role in promoting and maintaining a safe working environment for our employees in the field. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of safety policies, and best practices, and a focus on continuous improvement. If you are passionate about safety, thrive in a dynamic work environment, and are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our workforce in the field, then we want to hear from you.

• Occupational Safety Specialist IV - B23 - Salary Range $80,421.00 - $99,658.00
  
• Occupational Safety Specialist V- B25 - Salary Range $91,836.00 - $112,000.00

****The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Stassney Hq - Main (SHQMAIN)
6230 East Stassney Lane
Austin, 78744

Bryan District Headquarters (17DISTHQ)
2591 NORTH EARL RUDDER FREEWAY
Bryan, 77803

Tyler District Headquarters (10DISTHQ)
2709 WEST FRONT STREET
Tyler, 75702

El Paso District Headquarters (24DISTHQ)
13301 GATEWAY BLVD WEST
El Paso, 79928

Lubbock District Headquarters (05DISTHQ)
135 SLATON ROAD
Lubbock, 79404

Corpus Christi Dist Hdq (16DISTHQ)
1701 S PADRE ISLAND DRIVE
Corpus Christi, 78416

Amarillo District Headquarters (04DISTHQ)
5715 CANYON DR
Amarillo, 79110

San Antonio District Hdqtrs (15DISTHQ)
4615 NW LOOP 410
San Antonio, 782290928

Abilene District Headquarters (08DISTHQ)
4250 NORTH CLACK
Abilene, 79601

Laredo District Headquarters (22DISTHQ)
1817 BOB BULLOCK LOOP
Laredo, 78043

Atlanta District Headquarters (19DISTHQ)
701 EAST MAIN ST
Atlanta, 75551

Odessa District Headquarters (06DISTHQ)
3901 EAST US HIGHWAY 80
Odessa, 79761

Pharr District (21DISTHQ)
600 W US 83 EXPRESSWAY
Pharr, 78577

Childress District Headquarter (25DISTHQ)
7599 US 287
Childress, 79201-0900

Yoakum District Headquarters (13DISTHQ)
403 HUCK ST
Yoakum, 77995

Wichita Falls District Hdq (03DISTHQ)
1601 SOUTHWEST PARKWAY
Wichita Falls, 76302

San Angelo District Hdqtr (07DISTHQ)
4502 KNICKERBOCKER ROAD
San Angelo, 76904

Dallas District Headquarters (18DISTHQ)
4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80
Mesquite, 75150

Hou District Headquartrs (12DISTHQ-1)
7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE
Houston, 77007

Brownwood District Headquarter (23DISTHQ)
2495 HWY 183 N
Brownwood, 76802

Beaumont District Headquarters (20DISTHQ)
8350 EASTEX FREEWAY
Beaumont, 77708

Waco District Headquarters (09DISTHQ)
100 SOUTH LOOP DRIVE
Waco, 76704-2858

Lufkin District Headquarters (11DISTHQ)
1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE
Lufkin, 75901

Ft Worth District Headquarters (02DISTHQ)
2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820
Fort Worth, 76133

Paris District Headquarters (01DISTHQ)
3500 SW LOOP 286
Paris, 75460

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Occupational Safety Specialist IV:

Assists in implementing and monitoring the Department's safety program to reduce or eliminate occupational incidents, injuries, illnesses, deaths and financial losses. Employees at this level establish their own work plans and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are handled at the occurrence and relayed to the supervisor and discussed in advance depending on the nature.

Occupational Safety Specialist V:

Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring the Department's safety program to reduce or eliminate occupational incidents, injuries, illnesses, deaths, and financial losses. Employees at this level establish their own work plans and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are handled at the occurrence and relayed to the supervisor and discussed in advance depending on the nature.

Essential Duties:

Occupational Safety Specialist IV:

• Advises, coordinates, and trains Department personnel in occupational safety and hazardous materials matters; conducts safety needs surveys; reports findings and evaluates follow-up actions, which focuses in field operations.
• Assists in planning, scheduling, and monitoring programs or activities that promote employee safety and incident prevention.
• Assists in the development and/or review of specifications for the purchase of employee safety and hazardous materials items.
• Determines and analyzes reported incident frequency rates.
• Develops policies, procedures, guidelines, and rule interpretations to comply with federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Identifies injury types, incident causes, and inspects work areas/activities to identify hazards; recommends preventive actions and conducts follow-up investigations.
• Performs industrial hygiene testing of departmental operations to ensure compliance with safety and hazardous materials regulations and to minimize employee health risks/exposures.
• Prepares safety and hazardous materials information for publication.
• Represents the Department in a professional manner on occupational safety matters.
• Prepares and presents information on various programs, projects, and activities to executives, departmental staff, and/or at professional meetings, seminars, and conferences.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Occupational Safety Specialist V:

All the Above and:

• May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Represents the Department with a high level of professionalism regarding occupational safety matters.
• Coordinates safety meetings; which usually involves planning topics for discussion, conducting, and coordinating schedules.
• Analyzes policies and operations, develops strategies to make improvements, and facilitates collaboration among different groups to resolve issues.

Occupational Safety Specialist IV: