Safety Inspector Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4720281) Apply  Safety Inspector Salary $50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually Location Allegheny County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2024-11715-71070 Department Department of Health Division HL Div Sf Inspn Opening Date 11/08/2024 Closing Date 11/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 71070 Position Number 00019471 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit G1 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00078341 Bureau / Division Division of Safety Inspection Worksite Address 411 7th Avenue, Suite 348 City Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15219 Contact Name Heidi Conrad Contact Email heconrad@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you passionate about safeguarding the well-being of your fellow Pennsylvanians? The Department of Health, Division of Safety Inspection, is seeking an independent and motivated Safety Inspector to join our Pittsburgh Field Office. In this critical role, you will assess compliance with Life Safety Codes for federal certification and state licensure of healthcare facilities. If you are eager to start a career in public health, apply today to join our dedicated team of specialists! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position offers the candidate hands-on training to acquire the skills necessary for inspecting healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with the Life Safety Code in the commonwealth. As a Safety Inspector, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment for residents, patients, and staff across various facilities. Your responsibilities will include conducting thorough fire safety surveys in hospitals, nursing homes, intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, ambulatory surgical centers, birthing centers, and other healthcare settings, ensuring adherence to the applicable Life Safety Code editions. After each survey, you will summarize your findings in an exit conference and assist the provider in developing a correction plan. You will also re-inspect facilities and complete reports to document compliance status for previously identified deficiencies. Your primary area of coverage will include Beaver, Allegheny, Washington, Greene, Westmoreland, Fayette, Cambria, Somerset, Blair, Bedford, Huntingdon, and Fulton counties. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00019471) Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + Successful completion of the Safety Inspector Trainee program;or + One year of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare or other buildings or structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations;or + An equivalent combination of experience and training. Conditions of Employment: + You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION + Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). + Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. + Your score is valid for this specific posting only. + You must provide complete and accurate information or: + your score may be lower than deserved. + you may be disqualified. + You may only apply/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension? + Yes + No 02 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the issuing state and license number. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box. 03 Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Safety Inspector Trainee program? + Yes + No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time experience do you possess inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare or other buildings or structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations? + A. 1 year or more + B. 6 months but less than 1 year + C. Less than 6 months + D. None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 Have you completed post-high school training or college coursework in building construction engineering, structural engineering, architecture, and/or codes enforcement? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + Yes + No 08 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 09 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – READS AND INTERPRETS BUILDING PLANS Reads and interprets building plans for healthcare facilities such as hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory/surgical centers, residential homes for individuals with intellectual disabilities, hospices, and birthing centers to become familiar with the facility's physical layout related to the type of construction used and the location of exits, sprinkler systems, fire and smoke alarms, fire walls, smoke barriers, and other safety features which may be required according to the regulations such as the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA-related codes and regulations. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience reading and interpreting building plans for healthcare facilities to become familiar with the facility's physical layout related to the type of construction used and the location of exits, sprinkler systems, fire and smoke alarms, fire walls, smoke barriers, and other safety features which may be required according to the regulations such as the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA-related codes and regulations. + B. I have experience APPLYING THE PRINCIPLES OF SAFETY REGULATIONS such as the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA-related codes and regulations. I DO NOT have experience reading and interpreting building plans related to these principles and regulations. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to building codes, construction materials, blueprint reading, or architecture. + D. I have NO experience, education, or training related to this work behavior. 10 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) of facilities where you read and interpreted building plans. + The type(s) of plans you read and interpreted. + The type(s) of facilities where you applied the principles of safety regulations. 11 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University/Training Source + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 12 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INSPECTIONPhysically inspects all pertinent conditions, structures, and materials of healthcare facilities. Performs follow-up visits for routine inspections, renovations, and new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with the regulations such as the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other applicable NFPA-related codes and regulations. Determines that building systems such as sprinkler, fire alarm, medical gas, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), and electrical meet the minimum requirements of the code. Inspects the construction and safety of buildings such as fire walls, smoke barriers, fire-rated doors and corridor doors, building materials, framing, exits, stairwells, doorway and corridor dimensions, and other features which may be required, including emergency preparedness plans, fire drills, alarm testing, and flame spread rating reports, to ensure acceptability and compliance with specified guidelines. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience physically inspecting all pertinent conditions, structures, and materials of HEALTHCARE facilities, and I performed follow-up visits for routine inspections, renovations, and new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with the regulations. I determined that building systems met the minimum requirements of the code. I inspected the construction and safety of buildings to ensure acceptability and compliance with specified guidelines. + B. I have experience physically inspecting all pertinent conditions, structures, and materials of INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL facilities, and I performed follow-up visits for routine inspections, renovations, and new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with the regulations. I determined that building systems met the minimum requirements of the code. I inspected the construction and safety of buildings to ensure acceptability and compliance with specified guidelines. + C. I have experience physically inspecting all pertinent conditions, structures, and materials of FACILITIES OTHER THAN HEALTHCARE AND INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL, and I performed follow-up visits for routine inspections, renovations, and new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with the regulations. I determined that building systems met the minimum requirements of the code. I inspected the construction and safety of buildings to ensure acceptability and compliance with specified guidelines. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to building inspection, home inspection, or construction technology; or I have obtained certifications related to fire safety, fire inspector, fire alarm system certification, HVAC certification, sprinkler certification, electrician certification, or medical gas certification. + E. I have NO experience, education, or training related to this work behavior. 13 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The specific type of healthcare facility, industrial/commercial facility or other facility you inspected. + The specific areas of the facilities that you inspected (ie. types of building systems or building construction inspected). 14 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, training, or certification, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University/Training or Certification Source + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 15 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – ORAL COMMUNICATIONExplains building codes and regulations related to safety such as the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and other reference standards to assist administrators, architects, contractors, and facility representatives in understanding and complying with applicable laws, codes, and regulations. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience orally communicating with administrators, architects, contractors, and facility representatives to assist in understanding and complying with applicable laws, codes, and regulations BY EXPLAINING BUILDING CODES AND REGULATIONS. + B. I have experience orally communicating with administrators, architects, contractors, and facility representatives to assist in understanding and complying with applicable laws, codes and regulations. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications. + D. I have NO experience, education, or training related to this work behavior. 16 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The setting in which you orally communicated with others. + The topic(s) on which you communicated with others. 17 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours 18 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONPrepares detailed reports for each facility inspected including any research necessary. States the specific violation(s) cited along with the corresponding section number contained in the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. Documents expenses incurred and daily activities by the preparation of individual time sheets using a laptop computer. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience preparing detailed inspection reports including any research performed. I stated the specific violation(s) cited along with the corresponding section number contained in the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code. I was responsible for the COMPLETE written document. + B. I have experience developing PORTIONS of detailed inspection reports. + C. I have experience developing written reports UNRELATED to safety inspection. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing or non-fiction writing. + E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior. 19 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The type(s) of written reports you prepared or assisted in preparing. 20 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title(s) + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov