Safety Officer II, III or IV - Lufkin District

at  Texas Department of Transportation

Safety Officer II, III or IV - Lufkin District - (2403037)
Position Information
As a Transportation Leader, TxDOT’s #1 mission is to create a safe work zone and workplace resulting in zero incidents, zero injuries, zero lost time and zero fatalities. It’s critical to have a safe working environment to help our team on safety protocols.
The Safety Officer II, III or IV position would assist the Lufkin District’s various departments in morning safety meetings, end of the day huddles, and work to ensure compliance of policies, guidelines, and procedures. This position will play a very crucial role by working closely with crews and managers in both the offices and out on the Texas Roadways to build a strong safety culture as we move forward.
Salary range for each position level.
Position Title

Salary Grade/ Range
Safety Officer II

B19 - $45,244 - $67,671/year
Safety Officer III

B21 - $51,278 - $82,901/year
Safety Officer IV

B23 - $58,184 - $94,913/year
Effective 9/1/24 the salary range for this position will be updated to reflect new salary limits. Texas State Auditor’s Office - Salary Schedules
This position is for one Safety Officer II, III or IV. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary: 45,244.00 Maximum Salary: 94,913.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Lufkin District Headquarters 1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE Lufkin 75901
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)
Position Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Safety, Industrial Technology, Business Admin or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Safety Officer II: 1 year occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.
Safety Officer III: 2 years occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.

Safety Officer IV: 3 years occupational safety, Industrial hygiene or related work areas.

• Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, AND DOES NOT TOLERATE DISCRIMINATION IN THE WORKPLACE. WE ARE COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE. ALL EMPLOYMENT IS DECIDED ON THE BASIS OF QUALIFICATIONS, MERIT AND BUSINESS NEED.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information