Program Coordinator II (OSHA Safety Compliance)

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live. Responsibilities

• You will plan and direct OSHA compliance officers who conduct inspections and investigations.
• You will review inspection and investigative reports, including analyzing evidence and assisting with recommendations on courses of action.
• You will supervise compliance officers and provide training and development opportunities for personnel, as appropriate.
• You will conduct on-the-job evaluations of compliance officers and advise and recommend courses of action for handling problems related to inspections and investigations.
• You will provide advice and assistance on complex issues related to OSHA inspections at informal conferences, serve as a witness in hearings, and attend other meetings related to fatalities and complex investigations.
• You will perform other duties including, but not limited to, conducting interviews, evaluating equipment, and participating in strategic plan goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and three (3) years of relevant program experience.
• Successful completion of the SC OSHA Training program or five (5) years’ experience with state Occupational Safety and Health programs.
• Thorough and proficient knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used to correct unsafe conditions.
• Thorough and proficient knowledge of different types of testing equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely on State Occupational Safety and Health Regulations in oral and written form.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal safety rules, laws and principles, methods and standards.
• Ability to identify safety and health hazards in various industrial and construction industries.
• Proficient at MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to meet and communicate effectively with management, labor, and government officials at all levels.
• Ability to lead and advise subordinate staff members.
• Ability to prepare documentation and provide testimony necessary to satisfy legal requirements.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to make decisions and interpret state rules and regulations.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license and 10-year MVR that complies with State and Agency Fleet guidelines.
• Must be able to drive a state or personal vehicle to complete assigned job duties.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments with various terrain.
• Ability to determine and identify hazards in the work environment.
• Ability to wear PPE without adverse effects to the wearer's health.
• Occasional travel and overnight stays.

Benefits Offered The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs