Safety and Occupation Health Trainee Salary

$31.44 Hourly

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1413549

Department

FASD Risk Mgmt Safety & Health

Opening Date

03/07/2025

Veterans' Preference Notice

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Safety and Occupation Health Trainee.

This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications has been received and may close at any time.

General DescriptionPerforms support duties in Risk Managment in order to gain knowledge, skills and professional experience. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures and work is reviewed through observation of performance, frequent conferences and reports.
Employees participating in the Trainee Program/Classification receive hands-on work experience and on-the-job training, which may be supplemented by related educational activities. These activities may include participation in County training or skills development programs, requisite external educational coursework, and/or completion of certificate programs.
Through this Trainee Program, an individual who does not meet all minimal requirements for a specific job classification has an opportunity to gain the job experience and/or training necessary to qualify and potentially transition into the job classification.
The trainee will have the opportunity to learn Indoor Air Quality methodology, to visually recognize potential mold growth, and ultimately achieve licensed Mold Assessor Certification in the State of Florida.

Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in biology, chemistry, health sciences, engineering or closely related field. Must also be able to fulfill the minimum job requirements of the associated job classification the employee is training for within a maximum of two (2) years from the date of hire.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

PreferencesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced planning, organizational, and prioritization skills
Excellent customer services skills, including telephone and listening skills
Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork
Capacity to obtain the following certifications and or licenses within the time of the trainee period of employment: 
Defensive Driver Trainer
CPR AED Authorized Trainer 
Forklift Trainer
Aerial Lift Trainer 
Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP)
Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities depend significantly upon the classification the incumbent is in training for. The functions listed below are general in nature for time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Receives training and performs duties related to the area of assignment.
Observes experienced workers/management to acquire knowledge of work methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance in the Safety and Occupational Health Specialist position.
Performs hands-on work and receives on-the-job training relevant to the training position/area. Assists with various Safety and Occupational Programs.
Applies research techniques and analytical methods to the study of administrative systems, organizational structures, policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.
Conducts special studies in conjunction with a project; analyzes data and makes recommendations based upon research; Prepares project reports and related data.
Responsible for project assignments, research and analysis.
Provides administrative and/or operational support to the agency which may include relevant reporting, data-entry, presentation creation, strategic planning or customer service.
Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Dependent upon area of assignment.Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Dependent upon area of assignment.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesDecision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
Action OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness-AwarenessUses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.
Self-DevelopmentActively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Takes advantage of available opportunities to update knowledge, skills, and abilities and to apply them on the job. Seeks guidance concerning opportunities and resources for continuous learning and development.
Nimble LearningLearns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Shows a clear desire to learn and questions others to gain new knowledge. Deals appropriately with first-time or unusual problems; seeks relevant guidance and support. Learns from mistakes.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 What is the highest level of education you have completed? No degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 02 What experience have you had in the Safety field? 03 Describe a presentation you have developed/given in the past. What was the topic and what format did you present in? How did you validate the training given to the participants was effective? 04 Describe your experienced with Microsoft Word and Excel? 05 Describe your university-level science and math coursework. 06 Describe your training or courses in Emergency Management, Risk Management, and Safety. 07 Provide an example of a time when you set a very difficult goal and were able to meet or achieve it. Describe the process, how you achieved the timelines and what resources you used for your success.

Required Question

Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Safety and Occupation Health Trainee.

This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications has been received and may close at any time.

General DescriptionPerforms support duties in Risk Managment in order to gain knowledge, skills and professional experience. Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures and work is reviewed through observation of performance, frequent conferences and reports.
Employees participating in the Trainee Program/Classification receive hands-on work experience and on-the-job training, which may be supplemented by related educational activities. These activities may include participation in County training or skills development programs, requisite external educational coursework, and/or completion of certificate programs.
Through this Trainee Program, an individual who does not meet all minimal requirements for a specific job classification has an opportunity to gain the job experience and/or training necessary to qualify and potentially transition into the job classification.
The trainee will have the opportunity to learn Indoor Air Quality methodology, to visually recognize potential mold growth, and ultimately achieve licensed Mold Assessor Certification in the State of Florida.

Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in biology, chemistry, health sciences, engineering or closely related field. Must also be able to fulfill the minimum job requirements of the associated job classification the employee is training for within a maximum of two (2) years from the date of hire.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment.

PreferencesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced planning, organizational, and prioritization skills
Excellent customer services skills, including telephone and listening skills
Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork
Capacity to obtain the following certifications and or licenses within the time of the trainee period of employment: 
Defensive Driver Trainer
CPR AED Authorized Trainer 
Forklift Trainer
Aerial Lift Trainer 
Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP)
Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities depend significantly upon the classification the incumbent is in training for. The functions listed below are general in nature for time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Receives training and performs duties related to the area of assignment.
Observes experienced workers/management to acquire knowledge of work methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance in the Safety and Occupational Health Specialist position.
Performs hands-on work and receives on-the-job training relevant to the training position/area. Assists with various Safety and Occupational Programs.
Applies research techniques and analytical methods to the study of administrative systems, organizational structures, policies and procedures related to the area of assignment.
Conducts special studies in conjunction with a project; analyzes data and makes recommendations based upon research; Prepares project reports and related data.
Responsible for project assignments, research and analysis.
Provides administrative and/or operational support to the agency which may include relevant reporting, data-entry, presentation creation, strategic planning or customer service.
Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Dependent upon area of assignment.Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Dependent upon area of assignment.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

CompetenciesDecision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
Action OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness-AwarenessUses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.
Self-DevelopmentActively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Takes advantage of available opportunities to update knowledge, skills, and abilities and to apply them on the job. Seeks guidance concerning opportunities and resources for continuous learning and development.
Nimble LearningLearns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Shows a clear desire to learn and questions others to gain new knowledge. Deals appropriately with first-time or unusual problems; seeks relevant guidance and support. Learns from mistakes.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.

01 What is the highest level of education you have completed? No degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 02 What experience have you had in the Safety field? 03 Describe a presentation you have developed/given in the past. What was the topic and what format did you present in? How did you validate the training given to the participants was effective? 04 Describe your experienced with Microsoft Word and Excel? 05 Describe your university-level science and math coursework. 06 Describe your training or courses in Emergency Management, Risk Management, and Safety. 07 Provide an example of a time when you set a very difficult goal and were able to meet or achieve it. Describe the process, how you achieved the timelines and what resources you used for your success.

Required Question

Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers