STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

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✔ CURRENT
DUTY STATEMENT ☐ PROPOSED
CIVIL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION WORKING TITLE

Senior Safety Engineer (Industrial) Regional Senior Safety Engineer

DIVISION/OFFICE/UNIT SPECIFIC LOCATION ASSIGNED TO

DOSH - Enforcement Santa Ana

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING IDENTIFIER WORK WEEK GROUP CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLASSIFICATION?

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FINGERPRINTS/BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED BILINGUAL POSITION POSITION NUMBER (Agency-Unit-Class-Serial)
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NO 400-424-3909-086
GENERAL STATEMENT

Under the direction of the Regional Manager with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), Division of Occupational
Safety and Health (DOSH), Enforcement Branch, the Regional Senior Safety Engineer (Industrial) is responsible for
performing the full range of professional level senior safety engineering work in construction, electrical, and industrial
functions related to the Cal/OSHA program. The Senior Safety Engineer (Industrial) conducts, including but not limited
to, specialized safety inspections, accident investigations, and consultation assignments related to construction,
electrical, and industrial occupational safety and health, (work that requires or involves extensive experience, knowledge
and skills in safety principles, practices and methods) throughout the State; assist the District Manager and Regional
Manager in developing procedures and guidelines for conducting audits, inspections, and accident investigations; leads,
plans, organizes, reviews and directs the work of teams assigned to perform inspections (e.g. Heat, Fatal accidents,
complaints, etc.), and special assignments (e.g. Enforcement Task Force projects; Special Emphasis Projects);
evaluates work performance of safety engineers and prepares written training development plans to help improve staff
performance for management; conducts committee meetings to revise or propose new safety orders within the
Cal/OSHA program; perform in-service and on-the-job training of staff, and works in an assigned regional office and
travels throughout the state as required.

The Senior Safety Engineer develops programs for promotion of safety concepts; consults with labor, management and
public groups on the more complex and sensitive safety engineering problems/hazards; assist the Regional Manager
with the implementation and maintenance of health and safety programs including but not limited to, IIPP, Heat
Prevention Program, Respiratory Protection Program, Medical Surveillance Program, etc.; assist the District Manager
with planning, tracking and reviewing workload; and provides technical advice to the Regional Manager, District Manager
and compliance staff. In the absence of the District Manager, the Senior Safety Engineer may be required to assume
some of the District Manager responsibilities. Senior Safety Engineers are to perform all work in accordance with
DIR-DOSH policies, DOSH Compliance Policy and Procedure Manual, Directives, and Memorandums.

Candidate must be able to perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
PERCENTAGE
OF TIME DUTIES
SPENT
%  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 
 
35%  
Perform specialized field safety inspections (e.g. complaint accidents, referral,
   follow-up, and programmed inspections) including the most difficult, in factories,
   
businesses, construction sites, and other workplaces throughout the State for
   compliance with the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 8 Safety Laws and
   
Health and Safety Codes; investigate, including but not limited to, the most difficult
   and serious, construction, electrical, and industrial accidents and determine their
   
cause and the means of preventing their recurrence; lead inspections selected by
   management that requires senior safety engineer assistance, such as but not limited
  to,
  accompanying lower level compliance inspectors on inspections to evaluate
  performance
  and provide constructive advice and on the job training (resulting in a
  written
  report to the Regional and District Manager, as needed);
   
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% (Continued) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Continued)

 
respond timely to complaints and accidents; interpret and apply State’s Safety Orders
 applicable to provisions of the California Labor Code, California Code of Regulations
 
(CCR) Title 8 Safety Laws, and policies of CAL/OSHA to identify safety hazards,
 
including unsafe working conditions and practices, in construction, electrical, and
 
industrial disciplines and recommend appropriate corrective actions; interview
 
employers, workers, representatives of labor organizations, employees of other
government
  agencies, and members of the general public; document all interviews and
place
  in the case file; evaluate the employer’s IIPP for effectiveness, injury and illness
log
  300’s and other related documents (e.g. Employer’s Report and Doctor’s First
Report)
  and other required health and safety programs, and document the results of
the evaluations; identify and collect evidence (e.g. Employee exposure to the violation
 
(s), record(s) of employers’ knowledge of employee exposure to violation(s), employee
 
statements/interviews, management statements/interviews, copies of employer
 
business records, photographs, maps, plans during the course of an inspection) that
 substantiate violation(s) of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 8 Safety
 
Laws; research, review, analyze, interpret and determine the seriousness of violations
in  accordance with the division policies and procedures and directives; work with a
 
multi-discipline team to fulfill DIR-DOSH mission, goals, and objectives (e.g. Nurse,
 
Physician, Toxicologist, Industrial Hygienist, and Attorney); recommend appropriate
enforcement
  actions (e.g. Issuance of citations, information memorandum, notice,
notice
  of violation after inspection, order to take special action, and/or special order);
prepare
  citation(s), with the appropriate classification, applicable California Code of
Regulation
  (CCR) Title 8 section and accurately calculate penalties, for management
review
  and approval prior to issuance; prepare technical reports and other
correspondence; assemble and compile information from field safety inspections,
 
supporting documentation, and Cal/OSHA forms into a casefile in accordance with
 
DOSH directives, management instructions and compliance policy and procedures
 manual; review the employer’s abatement of safety hazards.
 
 
35%  
Assist with implementation and maintenance of the Regional’s Health and Safety
 
programs, including but not limited to, IIPP, Heat Prevention Program, Respiratory
Protection
  Program, Personal Protection Program, and Medical Surveillance Program;
act
  as an advisor to the Regional and District managers in the area of safety related
issues
  and hazards and provides oral and/or written interpretations of safety orders;
provide
  advice/guidance on division policy to field staff; provide technical guidance to
managers
  and compliance inspectors regarding correct use of protective clothing,
equipment and accessories; develop and conduct safety awareness meetings with
 
Regional and District Office staff; provide training to compliance inspectors and other
 
staff; evaluate effectiveness of training; consult with labor, management and public
 groups on the more complex and sensitive safety engineering problems/hazards;
 
prepare and make presentations to staff, stakeholders and other interested parties;
 
conduct committee meetings to revise, analyses or propose new safety orders;
 research and analyze new emerging occupational safety hazards and means of
 
abatement.
   
 
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% (Continued) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Continued)

20% Assist the Regional and District Manager with planning, tracking, organizing, and
evaluating the work of compliance inspectors; assist the Regional and District
Manager with directing fatal and serious accident injuries and illnesses inspections
and the analysis, including but not limited to, fact gathering, fact analysis, conclusion
drawing, and counter measures, to determine causes and the means of preventing
recurrences; assist the Regional and District Manager with the review and approval
of project and annual permits including excavations, trenches, construction and
demolition of structures; assist the Regional and District Manager with conducting
in-service and on-the-job training of compliance inspectors; work closely with
compliance inspectors and/or the Research and Standards Unit on the more complex
project permits involving construction personnel hoists (CPH) and alternative access
plans; recommends to the Regional and District Manager criminal investigation of
the employer for performing potential criminal acts in violation of the California Labor
Code.

5% Attend and participate in scheduled training and monthly staff meetings; testify before
the Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board, State Labor Commissioner,
Worker’s Compensation Appeals Board, and Criminal Court hearings; represent the
division at professional meetings/conferences of professional and community groups,
state, and other governmental agencies; represents the Division at appeal hearings
before the Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board; accurately complete and
submit to management in a timely and appropriate manner weekly activity time
tracking reports, monthly absence and additional time worked reports, monthly car
logs, job-related travel expense claim, time off request and training request; process
health and safety complaints, accident reports, and referrals received by workers,
employers, union representatives, first responders, members of the public, and other
government agencies via telephone, email, facsimile, United States mail, and in
person; accurately completes the Cal OSHA intake forms for the District Manager’s
review and action; advises the District Manager immediately when a fatality and an
imminent hazard has been reported; research information such as the correct
business name, NAICS code, and other pertinent information; answers public
inquires and refers complaints and accidents not within DOSH jurisdiction to the
appropriate agencies.

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% MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 
5%  
Perform special projects related to occupational safety; perform other related duties
   as required to fulfill DIR-DOSH mission, goals, and objectives.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
CONDUCT, ATTENDANCE, AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The Senior Safety Engineer (Industrial) performs a variety of functions and must maintain a high
level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality; use sound professional judgment, exercise
initiative, and objective action. This position is significant in that errors in judgement may result in
significant and negative impact to the safety and health to staff and the community. Senior Safety
Engineers are expected to work cooperatively with all levels of DOSH management and staff, other
government agencies, and stakeholders, such as Union Representatives, Advocacy groups, and the
public to provide the highest level of service possible; develop and maintain knowledge and skill
related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; complete assignments in a
timely and efficient manner; and adhere to department/division, directives, policies and procedures,
including but not limited to, attendance, leave, and conduct. Behave consistently in an honest, fair,
and ethical manner. Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined
at the Department’s sole discretion. Senior Safety Engineers will be required to perform both office
and field work, with occasional overnight travel. Senior Safety Engineers travel throughout the State,
primarily in an assigned area of the Regional Office.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Supervision Received:
Under the direction of the Regional Manager or designee.

Supervision Exercised:
None

WORK ENVIRONMENT, JOB REQUIREMENTS, PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE JOB (if applicable),
AND PERSONAL CONTACTS:
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Work Environment:
Some of this work will be in an office environment and at other times the work will be at a field site that has the
potential for exposures to safety and hazardous substances, and may involve, including but not limited to:
Working outdoors 8 hours or more per day in a wide range of weather conditions (e.g. rain, strong winds, heat, and
cold); Sitting at a desk, in a chair, and using a computer and/or laptop; Using a multi-line telephone console or a
cordless telephone with headset or cell phone; Traveling via private, State vehicle, or public transportation (i.e.
automobile, airplane, etc.) including overnight travel inside California may be required.
Special Requirements/Other Information:
Additionally this position may participate in emergency operations in the capacity of area teams, field inspection, coordination, and assist agencies such as CalOES and FEMA in disaster work,
including performing fieldwork to complete damage survey reports for droughts, flooding, earthquakes, and other emergencies. This position may also serve in one of the sections as established in
the Incident Command System to assist the Department in performing its emergency preparedness, response, recover, and mitigation functions. These functions are established in the California
State Emergency Plan and the Department’s Administrative Orders.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

The incumbent may be required to participate in mandatory health testing, such as regular testing for the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), in accordance with applicable DIR policies in
effect.

Physical Abilities:
Ability to: sit/stand for extended periods of time; enter/exit vehicles, climb stairs, slopes, and ladders; work on
uneven terrain; move and transport safety equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs; push, pull, reach; stoop, kneel,
enter confined and elevated spaces such as vaults and structures; and identify color coded piping systems,
indicating lights, and hazard warning signs.

Ability to pass a respiratory physical exam and wear a full face or half face respirator.
Additional Requirements/Expectations:
Takes Action and Shows Initiative – Works well independently and is self-motivated to take action to meet critical program goals. Sets and monitors own objectives and standards. Initiates
appropriate actions and follows through without prompting or close supervision. Demonstrates strong work ethic.
Relationship and Partnership Building – Builds and effectively uses relationship networks to achieve goals. Shares knowledge and builds trust with scientific colleagues and superiors. Can be
discreet and tactful when dealing with sensitive issues.
Effective Communication – Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media. Translates complex or technical information to lay audiences/customers. Facilitates the
exchange of ideas and opinions.
Organization and Planning – Prioritizes tasks, establishes sequential activities, requests assistance when needed.
Technical Credibility – Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, policies, and regulations related to specialized expertise. Integrates technology into the work to improve
program effectiveness. Possesses up-to-date knowledge in the profession and industry and accesses other expert resources when appropriate. Translates concepts and ideas into strategies and
action steps.

Personal Contacts:
Senior Safety Engineers will have contact with the public, employers, employees, other government
agencies, stakeholders, DOSH and DIR staff.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
I have read and understand the duties listed above and I certify that I possess essential personal qualifications
including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgement, and ability to work cooperatively with others; and
a state of health consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties as described above with or without
reasonable accommodation. (If you believe reasonable accommodation is necessary, discuss your concerns
with the hiring supervisor. If unsure of a need for reasonable accommodation inform the hiring supervisor,
who will discuss your concerns with the Diversity and Inclusion Office).
DATE PRINT EMPLOYEE NAME EMPLOYEE’S SIGNATURE

I certify this duty statement represents current and an accurate description of the essential functions of this position. I
have discussed the duties of this position with the employee and provided the employee a copy of this duty statement.
DATE PRINT SUPERVISOR NAME SUPERVISOR’S SIGNATURE

HR APPROVAL DATE: C&P ANALYST’S INITIALS:

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