Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 8-Hour Day, 12 Month Competitive Civil Service Position + Performs all duties associated with an inspector, planner, and supervisor in accordance with AHERA regulations. + Conducts inspections of schools and auxiliary properties for compliance with AHERA regulations and in compliance with all SED regulations. + Conducts health and safety tests such as air quality, lead, and water testing. + Performs surveillance and general safety inspections for OSHA, AHERA and DOL compliance. + Contributes to the Health and Safety newsletters, collaborates with other Health and Safety personnel, stays current with trends by attending workshops and seminars related to the Health and Safety profession. + Makes regular routine inspections to observe potentially hazardous conditions and work practices. + Inspects accident and loss sites to determine causes. + Writes inspection reports. + Recommends and assists in the development of school Health and Safety programs to include objectives and procedures for identifying, controlling, and reporting hazardous conditions and practices. + Provides advice to school districts relative to each health and safety problem. + Assists in a comprehensive program of safety education and training, which includes bulletins, manuals, contests, and other safety-awareness techniques. + Conducts safety training with appropriate school personnel such as RTK and Bloodborne Pathogen. + As requested, acts as liaison with advisory committees and school officials relative to a health and safety program. + Performs other duties as assigned. Job Qualifications This is a competitive Civil Service position. The selected candidate must possess this title, be among the top three of a current Civil Service Certificate of Eligibles List for this title, or be among the top three after taking the required Civil Service exam for this title. + Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Industrial Safety or a related field; OR + Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s Degree in Science, Engineering, Industrial Safety or a related field and three (3) years’ experience in industrial or commercial safety; OR + Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years’ experience in industrial or commercial safety; AND + Must possess NYS certification as an asbestos handler/supervisor and inspector/management planner, NYS certification in Fire and Building Inspection (if candidate selected does not possess this, must attend school/training to gain) , and a valid NYS Driver’s License. Application Deadline:03/28/2025 Civil Service Title: HEALTH AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST Job Number: 015 MSC24/25