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DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXECUTIVE LEVEL)
City of Houston
HUMAN RESOURCES
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$4,479.78 - $4,976
per week
Type
Full Time
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Not specified
Job Description
Summary
This role involves leading safety programs for the City of Houston, focusing on creating a safe work environment by developing policies, training staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety rules.
The person in this position will manage a team of safety experts and promote a culture where safety comes first across all city departments.
It's ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and experience in workplace safety who wants to make a big impact on public sector operations.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
- Seven years of progressively responsible administrative experience, including at least three years in a supervisory role
- Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience
- Valid driver's license and compliance with City of Houston driving policy
- Knowledge of OSHA principles, practices, and on-site safety inspection procedures
- Ability to develop and implement safety procedures and conduct compliance audits
Full Job Description
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSON INTERESTED
DIVISION: RISK MANAGEMENT
REPORTING LOCATION: 611 WALKER
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position's main responsibility is focused on ensuring workplace safety and promoting a culture of safety. This position manages, initiates, plans, develops and directs the technical and administrative activities of comprehensive safety programs for the City of Houston. In addition, it will be responsible for managing safety professionals and technical training course development and instruction. This position will develop and implement department specific safety procedures to ensure compliance with national, state, and local occupational health and safety regulations, perform program audits for internal monitoring of compliance with Administrative Policies 2-2, 2-14, 2-21, and any associated policies with the HR Occupational Risk Management division or City of Houston.
This leadership position will not only ensure compliance with safety regulations but also actively foster a safety-first mentality across the entire City. This leader has a strategic role in developing, implementing, and improving health and safety programs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
This leadership position will not only ensure compliance with safety regulations but also actively foster a safety-first mentality across the entire City. This leader has a strategic role in developing, implementing, and improving health and safety programs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
Requirements
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressively more complex/responsible administrative experience are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.
A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have the following:- A degree in Risk Management or Occupational Safety and Health.
- Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) principles and practices, to include procedures for conducting on-site safety inspections required.
- Possession of relevant Occupational Safety and Health designations is beneficial.
- Knowledge of Excel and familiarity with business industry tools.
- Proving track record with implementing innovative human resources programs or processes.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6**
Additional Information
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED NoneHowever, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 30
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0453.
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-0453. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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