Ergonomics Technical Advisor

BWC's core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWC's seven offices across the state. BWC offers flex-time work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7:00am or as late as 8:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What You'll Be Doing:

Provides professional guidance to the consulting staff and the management of the division in technical ergonomics/human factor engineering matters.

Provides assistance to consultants to become technically proficient and competent in the consultation process and provides assistance to Loss Prevention Supervisors by participating in the interview process to review technical skill/knowledge for new and promoted consultants within the division.

Develops and recommends policies and procedures to assure the quality and consistency of ergonomic field staff surveys, consultations and technical assessments and assures quality of consultation work products.

Reviews technical information to maintain state-of-the-art methods, equipment and philosophies including: trade journals, new/revised and proposed standards and best practices.

Participates in training programs that develop technical competence or improve performance and understanding for both internal and external customers. 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

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety or other related degree.

Preferred: Master's degree or other advanced degree in Ergonomics or a related field. Preferred Certifications:

Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) or other similar certifications related to ergonomics (highly preferred)

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) (a plus)

This position is overtime exempt

THIS POSITION IS UNCLASSIFIED PERSUANT TO ORC 124.11(A)(9)