M&B-2024-36 Assistant Chief Occupational Safety (Internal Posting)

Eight (8) years of professional experience in the identification, analysis and/or solution of workplace safety hazards involving the application of Federal OSHA safety standards, two (2) years of which may include mine safety inspections or safety and health training.

OR

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, two (2) years of which may include mine safety inspections or safety and health training.

OR

Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university, in Industrial Hygiene, Industrial or Chemical Engineering, the Physical, Environment or Biological Sciences or Occupational Health; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, two (2) years of which may include mine safety inspections or safety and health training.

NOTE: Appointees will be required to complete a specialized training course for Compliance Safety and Health Officers conducted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.