Safety Specialist III
Description:
Salary: $70,010.00 - $98,015.00 Annually
Location : New Port Richey, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 13595-1125
Department: Human Resources Dept.
Division: Risk Management
Opening Date: 11/21/2025
Closing Date: 12/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Salary Range: $70,010.00 - $98,015.00
Pay Grade: P44 (Exempt position)
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
General Description
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SAFETY SPECIALIST III!
Responsible specialized administrative and field work in promoting and maintaining an accident prevention and safety program.
Essential Job Functions
The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Plans, develops and organizes safety and health programs relevant to equipment operation and accident prevention for employees.
Recommends changes in safety programs to keep pace with technological advancements and evaluates and recommends changes in job procedures due to safety requirements.
Conducts safety inspections and worksite visits to ensure compliance with Federal, State and County directives and prepares reports and summaries based on findings of inspections and investigations. Conducts vehicle and facility inspections relevant to accident prevention.
Conducts field work in safety education and training and assists supervisors on employee safety training and educational programs.
Recommends purchases of safety equipment.
Analyzes trends in workplace accidents.
Analyzes workplace accidents and makes recommendations for corrective actions.
Coordinates with other departments regarding their safety needs.
Conducts safety and health courses.
Assists Risk Management with Pasco County Drug and Alcohol Reporting and Testing program; assists in determining fitness for duty, reasonable suspicion or post-accident testing and inspection of testing facilities.
Responsible for all county Drug and Alcohol reporting requirements to Federal, State and Local entities.
Emergency Activation Coordination including logistics and sheltering for residents.
Performs other work as necessary. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of codes, standards and regulations related to occupational safety and health programs.
Knowledge of workplace accident investigation analysis and the requirements for use of personal protective equipment.
Knowledge of safety programs, public relations and safety training education principles.
Knowledge of methods of data collection.
Ability to conduct investigations, inspections and studies in occupational safety principles.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to assemble and conduct training sessions relevant to safety risk factors and accident prevention.
Ability to maintain accurate work records and prepare reports from records and other source data.
Ability to establish effective work relationships.
Ability to operate a personal computer. Minimum Requirements
PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational, Health or Environmental Safety, Public Administration or related field and seven (7) years of experience in industrial safety. Experience with Microsoft Office Powerpoint and Word programs, or similar software.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021
Benefits include:
Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Paid holidays
Group insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Deferred compensation
Medical leave pool
Annual medical leave buy-back
Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.
Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.
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I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.
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Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?
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No
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Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?
GED
High School
Associate degree
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Master's Degree
Doctorate
None of the above
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Which best describes the years of experience you have in industrial safety?
Ten or more years of experience
Nine years but less than ten
Eight years but less than nine
Seven years but less than eight
Six years but less than seven
Five years but less than six
Four years but less than five
Three years but less than four
Two years but less than three
One year but less than two
Less than one year of experience
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Which best describes the years of experience you have with Microsoft Office Powerpoint and Word programs, or similar software?
Ten or more years of experience
Nine years but less than ten
Eight years but less than nine
Seven years but less than eight
Six years but less than seven
Five years but less than six
Four years but less than five
Three years but less than four
Two years but less than three
One year but less than two
Less than one year of experience
No experience
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Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?
Yes
No
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Do you have a valid CPR and First Aid Certification?
Yes
No
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Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).
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I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.
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Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.
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Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)
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How did you hear about this position?
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Pasco County Facebook Page
Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
Pasco County Traffic Sign
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If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee.
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