Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M, 35 hours per week
A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Definition of Responsibility
Under direction and supervision of the Director and Deputy Director, plans, directs, and supervises Safety and Training functions for the Department of Public Works and Transportation.
Essential Functions
Under direction, plans, directs and supervises the Safety and Training Division.
- Plans, directs, and supervises the safety and training functions and programs for Department of Public Works and Transportation including, but not limited to DOT compliance, OSHA training, Inspections, Policy/Procedure Development, Management and Time and Attendance
- Formulates safety and training policies and procedures for implementation and administration of programs and functions.
- Directs and participates in studies of safety and training functions and short- and long-range program planning.
- Interprets laws, codes, and regulations applicable to DPWT safety and training Administration.
- Plans, coordinates, and supervises employees within the safety and training division.
- Assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of professional and support staff.
- Coordinates safety and training activities within DPWT, government agencies, employees, and other private and public organizations.
- Represents the safety and training division in committees, meetings, hearings, or on inter-agency/jurisdictional committees.
Examples of Other DutiesPresents testimony at hearings, County Council meetings, or other official proceedings. Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of safety and training.
- Knowledge of the principles of a DOT Compliance, OSHA, Employee Development and State, Local and Federal Laws as they relate to training.
- Knowledge of personnel laws.
- Knowledge of local government organization and functions.
- Knowledge of statistical concepts and procedures used in training and research.
- Knowledge of training program administration.
- Knowledge of federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and practices.
- Skill in supervising professional and support staff.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement programs and functions of training administration, such as DOT Compliance, Commercial Driver’s License endorsements, Technical/Occupational Training, Inspections and training.
- Ability to coordinate the work of employees performing multiple functions.
- Ability to direct work activities through subordinate supervisors.
- Ability to understand and interpret federal, state, and county safety law, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and memoranda of understanding.
- Ability to assist in developing County-wide policies and procedures, rules and regulations governing safety and training administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)- Thorough knowledge of County safety and training laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and memoranda of understanding.
- Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and requirements pertaining to administration of assigned programs or functions.
- Thorough knowledge of the organization and functions of County agencies.
- Thorough knowledge of federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and practices.
- Skill in planning, coordinating, and implementing programs and functions of training administration, such as technical skills, field testing, and training.
- Skill in coordinating the work of employees performing multiple functions.
- Skill in directing work activities through subordinate supervisors.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in business, public administration, education, or psychology.
Plus
Ten years' professional experience in training administration.
(Experience in Training/Safety administration may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree in Business administration, business or public administration, education or psychology may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Safety and Training Manager/ Management Analyst IV – Department of Public Works and Transportation
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You MUST attach your transcript(s), certification(s) or license(s) to your application. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Physical and Environmental ConditionsThe work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.
Medical Examination and Employment Background InvestigationApplicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
