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Working Title: Safety Culture Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 82043

• Location : Various

• Telework Eligible : Yes, this position may be located in any of MnDOT’s district offices including Metro District and Central Office.It has the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/22/2024

• Closing Date : 12/12/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

• Division/Unit : Operations Division / Operations Division Admin

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position may be located in any of MnDOT’s district offices including Metro District and Central Office. It has the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position is responsible for leading and advancing an enhanced and progressive safety culture throughout the department. Duties include:

• Developing and implementing safety culture innovations and tactics across functional groups, districts, and specialty offices within MnDOT.

• Developing, leading, and implementing a statewide safety culture strategic plan across all business lines within the agency.Requires working collaboratively with the agency Safety Director and department safety professionals to achieve safety outcomes.

• Serving as a member of the Operations Division management team; presenting recommendations to Senior Leadership; and representing the department on matters related to advancing safety culture.

• Engaging all staff to understand their role and the expectation that all employees work safely.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of managerial experience OR three (3) years of professional level supervisory OR four years of advanced professional experience leading safety and safety culture efforts in a large organization.

Experience must include:

• Administering state and federal safety regulations;

• Identifying organizational safety issues and apply the appropriate solutions and resources; and

• Communicating, leading, and engaging others to carry out safety culture strategies and innovations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene or closely related field.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.