Job Description
Job Description Assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of Safety Specialists engaged in the inspection of airport construction projects to ensure adherence to established safety requirements. Serves as liaison between local and federal governmental agencies (e.g., IDOL, OSHA, FAA) and integrates safety practices into daily work activities of City employees, private contractors, and airport tenants (e.g., airline staff, concessionaires, ground transportation companies). Serves as a liaison, coordinates and performs site inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and CDA Constructions Safety Manual (CAS) as it relates/pertains to and/or during construction projects. Supervises and participates in the assessment of safety hazards at airport facilities and documents findings to mitigate identified risks for employees, contractors, and airport tenants. Develops and recommends new and modified safety policies and establishes work practices to address daily operations within the airports for CDA employees. Conducts advanced investigations occurring at the airport to assist insurance carriers in pending litigation cases and to communicate findings to legal counsel. Conducts and facilitates training for subordinate staff and communicates new or modified safety guidelines and requirements to the department. Advises and participates in safety committees responsible for the implementation of safety work procedures for department activities, terminal operations, and construction projects. Researches and makes recommendations for the purchase of airport safety resources including materials, equipment, and professional services. Oversees and participates in the updating and licensing requirements of related equipment used throughout the airport (e.g., scanning and X-ray machines). Prepares reports summarizing goals and objectives of comprehensive safety plans. Participates on the department's Safety Management System (SMS) team and coordinates safety procedures relative to emergency management and preparedness drills and exercises. Keeps abreast of existing and new legislation to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local safety requirements. Performs other related duties as required.
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE. Location: O'Hare International Airport, Chicago, IL
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COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration.
These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. Employee Vaccination Requirement: City of Chicago employees must, as a condition of employment, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective October 15, 2021. This Policy applies to all City employees. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable City processes. For more information on the vaccine policy please visit:
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Aviation Management, Public Administration or a directly related field; AND
- three (3) years of work experience in developing and managing safety programs, of which one (1) year is in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position; OR
- an equivalent combination of training and experience, (provided that the minimum degree requirement is met).
- A valid State of Illinois Driver's License is required.
- Must obtain and maintain basic airfield driving certification (Yellow Stripe) within 90 days of hire.
- Must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA)
Preference will be given to those who possess:
- Previous experience in developing and managing safety programs.
- Previous experience in managing construction safety projects in accordance with 1926 OSHA Regulations.
- Level of education completed in Occupational Health and Safety or a directly related field.
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