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4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Overview We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city. Salary Details $43.83 - $53.86 Hourly Department / Site LAUSD\'s Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) is currently recruiting for a regular (40 hours/12 months) Environmental Safety Officer position. For more information about OEHS, please visit: Benefits Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service. Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days. Job Duties / Responsibilities Conducts site safety audits of work methods for improper procedures, checks equipment and facilities for hazardous conditions, and recommends corrective actions as required by agencies. Investigates compliance with legal mandates pertaining to safety, compliance programs, and fire prevention. Conducts environmental compliance inspections and audits. Prepares written recommendations for the elimination of unsafe acts or hazardous conditions to comply with applicable laws. Develops training material, and conducts and audits environmental health and safety training for District personnel. Responds to environmental health and safety complaints and emergencies at schools and District facilities. Liaises and coordinates with regulatory agencies such as the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD), Los Angeles County Public Health Department, and fire, transportation, and law enforcement agencies. Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, environmental and occupational health, or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience performing environmental health and safety investigations, audits, and analysis. Experience in developing, implementing, or coordinating programs of accident prevention or environmental compliance, including preparing recommendations for compliance with regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety, traffic safety, fire prevention, air and water compliance or solid and hazardous waste control is preferable. SPECIAL: A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle. Special Notes Requires wearing a negative pressure respirator. Employment is subject to medical clearance. Positions in this classification are subject to pertinent provisions of the General Industry Safety Orders of the California Code of Regulations regarding protective equipment when exposed to hazardous materials including, but not limited to, asbestos or lead. Employees in this class are subject to call at any hour. Desirable Qualifications Strong professional and technical environmental health and safety experience. Solid environmental health and safety academic knowledge. Knowledge of General Industry Safety Orders and other applicable safety, environmental health, and compliance regulations of government agencies. Ability and experience to conduct site safety audits of work methods for improper procedures, check equipment and facilities for hazardous conditions, and recommends corrective actions as required; plus experience investigating compliance with legal mandates related to safety, compliance programs and fire prevention. Technical knowledge and ability to identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and unsafe acts and their causes and utilize the proper judgment to take appropriate action to minimize immediate risk. Ability to travel regularly to assigned District regional areas to conduct safety trainings, consultations and respond to health and safety investigations. Strong communications skills to effectively and clearly communicate in oral and written communications the appropriate health and safety information, technical concepts and procedures to both technical and non-technical personnel. Personal effectiveness to follow through and complete assignments and meet deadlines; and the self-management ability to prioritize tasks, work assignments and adjust to changing priorities, especially in emergency situations. Experience building ongoing relationships with staff in the assigned caseload and possess the willingness to go above and beyond to provide service to the client. Application & Selection Process Please ensure correspondence from @lausd.net and @successfactors.com is approved to avoid messages being marked as spam. The tentative selection process may include Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), Computerized Assessment, a Technical Project, and/or a Technical Interview. After review, qualified candidates will proceed to the next phases. This is a competitive process and scheduling may vary. Qualified candidates will be asked to present verification of education and to participate in assessments as part of the process. Qualified candidates will be required to present an unexpired government identification at the time of the test. If you are unable to attend the scheduled test date, rescheduling is NOT guaranteed. For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit the My LAUSD Career section of our website at Help with online applications is available at helpmeapply@lausd.net. The Los Angeles Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. For questions, contact Adela Kaiser at adela.kaiser@lausd.net. Follow Us: Other Posting Information The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to a discrimination-free environment and forbids harassment, intimidation, or bullying based on protected characteristics as defined by law. For inquiries or complaints, contact the Equal Opportunity Section at (213) 241-7685. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Unified School District

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