SAFETY OFFICER I - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

Job Description:

SAFETY OFFICER I - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

Description

Position/Program Information

LOS ANGELES COUNTY OFFICE OF THE ASSESOR

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

FILING DATES

Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, June 17, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (PT).
All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER

G3037A-FR

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Office of the Assessor is seeking qualified candidates to fill an emergency Safety Officer I vacancy related to this unprecedented natural disaster.
Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Safety Officer I.

ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Safety Officer I position is responsible for independently developing and implementing the safety and accident prevention program for the department. Incumbents also develop and implement safety policies and procedures, safety plans, safety audits/inspections, training programs and the elimination of workplace hazards to ensure compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act as well as other federal, state and local safety codes and regulations.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT MAY NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Serves in a cross-functional capacity supporting workplace accommodation, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility, and safety compliance efforts by evaluating the safety implications of accommodation requests, conducting ergonomic and environmental assessments, safety concerns within departmental facilities, and coordinating with management and other stakeholders to promote safe, accessible, and compliant operations for employees and members of the public. Recommends corrective actions or facility modifications, with implementation performed by facilities management personnel.
  
• Developing, revising, and implementing safety policies procedures, guidelines, safety marketing materials, and training programs utilized by the department to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and to increase departmental efficiency by reducing accidents and overall costs due to safety issues.
  
• Analyzing injury reports, accident investigations, and safety grievance reports to identify trends and issues; developing and reviewing statistical reports to evaluate the effectiveness of the existing safety programs.
  
• Developing and conducting training programs tailored for conditions unique to the various job assignments within the department, including but not limited to heat illness prevention, ergonomics, driving and reporting accidents and other injury and illness prevention.
  
• Representing the department by attending meetings, conferences, hearings, and other events conducted by the County of Los Angeles and various agencies including the California Department of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA).
  
• Creating and completing work orders for abatement of safety violations, monitors progression of work orders, and reports final conclusions and corrections to the California State Department of Industrial Relations
  
• Representing the department by attending Workers' Compensation hearings and testifying when necessary.
  
• Developing, maintaining, and updating the department's written illness and injury Prevention Program (IIPP), Cal/OSHA Log and Code of Safe Practices.
  
• Investigating and reviewing safety-related suggestions, reports of injuries, property damage, non-employee accidents, automotive and industrial accidents, and initiates appropriate action.
  
• Conducting ergonomic equipment evaluations for individuals and makes equipment adjustments and/or equipment purchases to meet the specific needs of individuals
  

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Option 1: One year's experience as head of a comprehensive safety and accident prevention program*.
Option 2: Four years technical experience in safety inspection**, safety promotion***, or safety training****. A Bachelor of Science degree in Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene or a related field may be substituted for two years of technical experience*****.

You MUST meet one of the above requirements in order to be appointed to fil any vacancies related to this recruitment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
*Experience in comprehensive safety and accident prevention programs includes administering workplace health and safety initiatives in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. This involves advising management and collaborating with operations to evaluate environmental, health, and safety risks, as well as developing and implementing action plans to mitigate hazards and prevent workplace incidents.

**Technical experience in safety inspection includes systematically evaluating workplaces to identify hazards and assess risks that could lead to injury or illness. This involves analyzing drawings and floor plans, reviewing machinery, equipment, and hazardous materials inventories, and applying knowledge of departmental Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), prior inspections, and incident investigation reports. Responsibilities also include preparing comprehensive reports, communicating findings to stakeholders, and tracking the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.

***Technical experience in safety promotion involves creating awareness, engagement, and safe behaviors through training, communication, and initiatives that support a strong workplace safety culture and prevent incidents.

****Technical experience in safety training involves educating employees on hazards, safe work practices, and compliance requirements to reduce risk and prevent workplace incidents.

*****To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit Policy, Procedure, and Guidelines (PPG 123) - Accredited College Education and PPG 123 - Accredited College Education Resource Guide .

LICENSE:

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS 2 - LIGHT:

This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. If permanently appointed to the position, you will be subject to a probationary period based on the classification.
VACANCY INFORMATION :
The selected applicants under this Emergency Appointment recruitment effort will be appointed to fill vacancies within the Office of the Assessor. The vacancy is currently based at the Hall of Administration, 500 West Temple Street, in downtown Los Angeles. The location is close to public transportation and parking options.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

Notifications such as application, selection, and appointment notices will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add [email protected] , [email protected] , [email protected] , [email protected] , and [email protected] to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

You can opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into Governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on Governmentjobs.com , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Fill out your application and Supplemental Questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided when prompted, so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the application, review, selection, and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Applicants can find out more information about select in-person library services and locations by visiting the Los Angeles County Library website.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Questions? Contact us:
Department Contact Name: Karen Ramirez
Department Contact Phone: (213) 635-5948
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
ADA Coordinator Email: [email protected]
California Relay Service Phone (Voice Carry Over [VCO]): (800) 735-2922

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Closing Date/Time: 7/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$83,310.72 - $112,272.00 Annually