Salary : $62,251.35 – $94,316.55 Annually
Location : (Public Works Admin Bldg) Arden Hills, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0288-23./08-001
Department: 55B01-Public Works/Eng/Design&Constrctn
Opening Date: 08/18/2023
Closing Date: 9/11/2023 11:59 PM Central
Basic Function
To perform monitoring and inspection duties to ensure adherence to established safety policies in accordance with OSHA, state and federal laws; and to perform related duties as assigned.
If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).
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Examples of Work Performed
- Perform walk around inspections of all Public Works facilities to insure that all safety devices and equipment are in good repair and being properly used.
- Conduct field inspections of engineering projects to document adherence to safety policies.
- Ensure that all safety policies are being complied with by implementing an OSHA compliance program.
- Educate supervisors and employees on injury prevention, health maintenance and safety and participates in the Employee Right-to-Know program.
- Assist in planning, directing and coordinating the identification of risk exposure and loss, making recommendations to management for the reduction of risk exposure and loss.
- Recommend, explain and interpret various safety laws and policies to management and employees, providing technical assistance in the area of safety.
- Develop and maintain a complete library of Material Safety Data Sheets of materials in the department inventory.
- Coordinate the storage and proper disposal of hazardous materials as defined by OSHA, AWARE or other state and federal safety regulations.
- Perform periodic inspections and keeps proper documentation of various tools and equipment as required by OSHA or other state or federal safety regulation, such as but not limited to; waste barrels, ladders, fire extinguishers, chains and hard hats.
- Coordinate required safety training for department personnel by: arranging trainers; obtaining media and providing printed materials of safety related issues; developing/maintaining a safety library; locating training sessions conducted by other agencies.
- Conduct safety orientation and issues safety equipment for new permanent and new temporary employees.
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school graduation or equivalent.
Experience: Four years related experience working in a Public Works Department or equivalent.
Substitution: A degree in Safety or Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety or Occupational Health and Safety Technology Certificate can replace experience requirement. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certifications/Licensure: A valid drivers license.
Preferred: A class A drivers license. Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Material Manager, Safety Investigations including root cause analysis, Project Management, experience with a construction company with a focus on highway or building construction with active leadership in the development and/or administration of the company safety program.
Exam/Screening Process Information
The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:
- Training and Experience Rating = 100%
The examination for Safety Coordinator will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.
Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Safety Coordinator. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for one month or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants when the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list. The names of all applicants who score in the top 15 will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.
Veteran’s Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran’s Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran’s preference should update their veteran’s DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.
Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.
To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
For further information regarding this posting, please contact mirian.simpson@co.ramsey.mn.us or by phone at (651) 266-2711.
Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health and well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. To view our Total Rewards Guide click or see below:
- Medical and dental insurance.
- Medical and dental insurance is available through HealthPartners for single or family coverage. The county covers 92.5% of single health insurance coverage, 76.8% of family health insurance coverage, and 50% of both single and family dental insurance coverage.
- The Healthy Benefits program is available to help lower office visit copays for employees and dependents each year.
- A health care savings plan and health flexible spending accounts are also available to maximize tax savings on health expenses.
- Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees).
- 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday.
- Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below.
- Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours).
- Wellness incentive allowing you to convert unused sick time to vacation or pay.
- Pension – The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments.
- New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years.
- Deferred compensation – 457(b) account with employer match.
- Metropass program for a discounted monthly bus pass for commuters, saving employees $34.50 per month.
- Flexible spending accounts for parking/transportation expenses.
- Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
- Wellness programming.
- Flexible spending account for dependent care.
- Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions.
- Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year.
- Professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center.
- County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Employee resource groups – help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues.
- Long-term disability – Coverage replaces 40% of your lost income after six months of disability.
- Short-term disability – Optional short-term disability coverage provides 60% income replacement.
For general information about Ramsey County’s benefits packages, please visit our website at:
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write “see resume” as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Please select “yes” if you have read and understand.
- Yes
- No
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Do you have or have you ever held a professional license?
- Yes
- No
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If you answered “Yes” to the previous question, please list the type of license(s) and the State or jurisdiction the license is or was held; also indicate the status of your license(s). If this does not apply to you, please type “N/A” in the space provided.
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Have you completed or currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County? Examples may include a program in partnership with HIRED, Project for Pride in Living (PPL), Ramsey County Workforce Solutions, or an internship (including Right Track Plus), fellowship, limited duration assignment, provisional assignment, temporary opportunity or participating in a work experience like the Young Adult Career Academy, or job shadow experience. Answer No, if none of the above.
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have four or more years of experience working in Public Works or a similar agency.
- Yes
- No
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What is your experience participating in a safety committee, describe your role and responsibilities.If you do not have this experience please type “NA” in the space below.
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What is your experience with developing training programs?If you do not have this experience, please type “NA” in the space below.
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Describe your experience with networking.If you don’t have this experience please type “N/A” in the space below.
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Describe your experience with formal safety training that you feel applies to this position.If you do not have this experience please type “N/A” in the space below.
Required Question