Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Safety Consultant (NS) Position Number 65014433 Grade NC17
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The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work This position is located at Central Prison Healthcare Complex, Raleigh, NC. Central Prison is a close-custody prison housing male offenders. Central Prison Healthcare Complex serves as the hub for healthcare for the male inmate population. The facility is designed to house a maximum capacity of 1318 offenders. The Safety Consultant II responsibilities include independent site inspections of correctional facilities, leased or owned offices and manufacturing plants on an annual basis to identify unsafe conditions and safety or health violations. Responsible to know and research all applicable occupational safety and health regulations of OSHA, NIOSH, NC Building Codes, National Electrical Code; ANSI; Workplace Safety Standards; Joint Commission on Accreditation for Health Care; Center for Disease Control; NC Public Health Reg; NC Admin Codes and General Statutes; Code of Federal Regulations. Provide advanced safety services and consultation to all subsets of the department. Working knowledge of fire detection and alarms, fire suppression systems, smoke control and smoke evacuation, remote controlled exit doors with redundant systems, TB isolation rooms, cut and sew operations, metal fabrication and finishing, steam boiler installations and hazardous chemical warehouses. Responsible for developing solutions and recommending corrective actions to appropriate management personnel for all identified hazards. Reviews recordable accidents information during each facility inspection to identify occupational injury and illness trends which may be developing and address those with appropriate managers to help facilitate countermeasures and interventions to reduce the incidence of cases. In the event of discovering critical conditions of regulatory violations or imminent dangers to staff, visitors or sentenced offenders, the safety consultant has the Safety Director's authority to issue a compelling order to end the exposure of people, structures or the environment to serious hazards. Using knowledge of the standards, guidelines and regulations, the safety consultant position has responsibilities to conduct investigations and special assignments from the safety director regarding organizational development, research, application development and training. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $46,206.00 - $94,255.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Therefore, you must demonstrate or provide supporting information within the body of your application to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Demonstrated and/or documented experience showing when or how you gain the knowledge and the ability to research all applicable occupational safety and health regulations of OSHA, NIOSH, NC Building Codes, National Electrical Code; ANSI; Workplace Safety Standards; Joint Commission on Accreditation for Health Care; Center for Disease Control; NC Public Health Reg; NC Admin Codes and General Statutes; Code of Federal Regulations, was used or gained in a former or present position. Demonstrated and documented experience providing advanced safety services and consultation in the commission in a former or present position Demonstrated and documented experience where the knowledge of fire detection and alarms, fire suppression systems, smoke control and smoke evacuation, remote controlled exit doors with redundant systems, TB isolation rooms, cut and sew operations, metal fabrication and finishing, steam boiler installations and hazardous chemical warehouses was used in a former or present position. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 PM The Night Before The End Date Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Minimum
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Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the
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Equivalency Guide for details. Management Preferences: At least five years of experience serving as a safety program manager in an industrial, institutional or university setting. Prefer applicants with TB isolation room experience. Minimum
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Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in safety engineering, industrial engineering, industrial management or technology, engineering science, occupational safety or one of the physical sciences and four years of progressive occupational safety and health experience; or an equivalent combination of training and directly related experience. State
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Information: The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental
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Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State
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website for additional information. About The Division of Comprehensive Health Services: Comprehensive Health Services (CHS) delivers health services to individuals incarcerated in North Carolina state prisons. Our mission is to provide constitutionally appropriate medical, mental health, dental, and pharmaceutical care that meets professional standards. CHS health professionals ensure access to timely, essential, and comprehensive services and programs that support the wellbeing of incarcerated individuals. This care is delivered by licensed staff and through partnerships with private providers and the University of North Carolina system. Supplemental Application Information Application Process NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include: Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable
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must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. The hiring process may take several weeks.
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Equivalency Verification The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. PREA Requirement The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibition ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCDAC will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Monique Williams Cowan Email: DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing
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The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the
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