Organization
Workers' Compensation
Agency Contact Name and Information: a85603@bwc.state.oh.us
Unposting Date
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County
Compensation: $35.31
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours: 8am - 5pm
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Occupational Safety
Technical Skills: Occupational Safety
Professional Skills: Active Learning, Adaptability, Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Collaboration
Agency Overview
A Little About Us:
With roughly 1,600 employees in 8 offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.
Our Culture:
BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC employees strive to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee resource groups, participate in online forums discussing society’s impact on our services and workplace, and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.
Our Vision:
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.
Our Mission:
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.
Our Core Values:
One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.
What our employees have to say:
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:
* BWC has been a great place to work as it has provided opportunities for growth that were lacking in my previous place of work.
* I have worked at several state agencies and BWC is the best place to work.
* Best place to work in the state and with a sense of family and support.
* I love the work culture, helpfulness, and acceptance I've been embraced with at BWC.
* I continue to be impressed with the career longevity of our employees, their level of dedication to service, pride in their work, and vast experience. It really speaks to our mission and why people join BWC and then retire from BWC.
Job Duties
BWC is currently operating under a hybrid schedule that may incorporate both teleworking and in-person office hours. Employees must be able to report to the office when requested by management &/or for their initial job training.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Performing complex ergonomic surveys and investigations;
* Applying advance methodologies related to biomechanics, physiology, and other human factors & engineering technologies to derive engineering project controls in the prevention of injuries & illnesses;
* Preparing written & oral reports of investigation, sensitive findings & recommended solutions presented to all skill level audiences;
* Developing and instructing training programs for staff and public;
* Representing the Safety & Hygiene department at meetings with employers, trade associations, unions, safety & health organizations, and safety councils;
* This position will support all counties in Safety Services Region 3 which includes metro-Dayton and metro Cincinnati areas.
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
* Medical Coverage
* Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
* Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
* Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
* Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
* Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
To Qualify, You Must Clearly Demonstrate:
* Completion of undergraduate core program in industrial engineering or physical/natural sciences; 12 mos. exp. in private sector or other governmental agency performing same or comparable duties of Ergonomist 2, 24512; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing; valid driver's license.
* Or 12 mos. exp. as Ergonomist 2, 24512; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing; valid driver's license.
* Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Major Worker Characteristics:
Knowledge of: Industrial & construction safety practices; public relations; human relations; BWC policies & procedures*; interviewing tech.; industrial engineering; physical science (e.g., physics, chemistry) or engineering; ergonomics; state & fed. industrial safety standards, laws & regulations; BWC policies & procedures pertaining to industrial safety surveys; investigation principles & techniques; technical writing; safety training.
Skill in: operating pc & computer software; skill in operating various testing equip. (e.g., heat stress meter, octave band analyzer, motion analysis equipment, inclinometer, light meter, velometer, sling psychrometer).
Ability to: deal with many variables & determine specific action; write complex tech. reports; read & record figures accurately; comprehend & record figures accurately; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; use statistical analysis; recognize safety warning; comprehend simple sentence with common vocabulary; copy material accurately & recognize grammatical & spelling errors; complete routine forms; maintain accurate records; understand manuals & verbal instructions, tech. in nature; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; proofread tech. materials, recognize errors & make corrections; use proper research methods in gathering data; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; ability to communicate effectively, orally & in writing; handle sensitive inquiries from employees, employers & union representatives pertaining to industrial safety/ergonomics issues.
(*) Developed after employment.
Position requires travel therefore, persons occupying this position must be able to provide their own transportation, &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.
Unusual Working Conditions: occasional overnight travel may be required; occasional extended work hours including second & third shift; frequent exposure to noise, dirt, temperature extremes, all industrial hazards & occasional toxic substances, caustics, carcinogens; frequent constrained & prolonged static work postures. Non-Standard Work Hours.
Supplemental Information
EEO & ADA Statement:
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.
The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Kathleen Bourke at 614-644-7811 or by email to: eeodept@bwc.state.oh.us.
BWC OCSEA Selection Rights:
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. BWC bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.
Salary Information:
Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. Movement to the next step of the pay range (a roughly 4% increase) will occur after six months, assuming job performance is acceptable. Thereafter, an employee will advance one step in the pay range every year until the highest step of the pay range is reached. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.
Transportation:
Position may require travel; therefore, persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.
Educational Transcripts:
For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process, you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.
All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Background Check:
Prior to an offer of employment, the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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