New York State Public Employees Federation
 

Assistant Director of Health & Safety

Based in Albany, NY

 

The NYS Public Employees Federation (PEF) is a diverse and powerful New York State labor union committed to creating a better life for our members. We represent around 50,000 professional, scientific, and technical workers in NYS government. Members include healthcare, education, corrections and supervision, youth services, direct care, and other professional titles.

Overview:
The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Health and Safety. Responsibilities include assisting the Director on the oversight and management of all H&S programs, assist staff and officers in the design and development of union-based occupational health and safety (OSH) programs, including training sessions and workplace health and safety information network, and coordinating with other PEF departments to implement H&S programs.

Position is a mix of travel throughout New York State and office-based work (Albany, NY).

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Director in supervision of staff.
2. Participate in the President's briefings and staff meetings and provides regular reports to PEF management and the Executive Board.
3. In conjunction with field service representatives, assist PEF Divisions with workplace health and safety issues.
4. Advise PEF elected officials and PEF staff on occupational health and safety issues.
5. Assist the Director on the development of proposed PEF policies, position papers, and legislation.
6. Responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of the network of Joint Health & Safety Committees.
7. Coordinate workplace surveys and inspections aimed at identifying potential hazards and recommending control strategies.
8. Function as staff liaison and provide training, advice, and technical support to Joint Health & Safety Committees and to H&S and Field staff assigned to those committees.
9. Oversee the administration and implementation of any health and safety grants (Federal, State or private) that are received by the union.
10. Assist the Director with PEF's involvement with State and national efforts to promote worker health and safety.
11. Coordinate with other PEF departments to assist with and support staff activities related to occupational health and safety matters.
12. Statewide travel is required. Must have valid driver’s license.
13. Perform special assignments as directed.
14. Consistent and reliable attendance.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field (additional experience may be substituted for advanced degree).
• Minimum of three (3) years' related experience which should include extensive work in OSH field including managing OSH programs, hazard assessment and control, developing H&S networks and committees, detailed knowledge of OSHA and PESH standards and filing of complaints, successful labor and management relations, training and education curricula development and delivery, and familiarity with labor unions and public sector employment issues.
• Prior supervisory experience is desired.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle are required.

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) with staff, union members & elected members, and our executive team.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills.
• A collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented mindset.
• Must be able and willing to work flexible hours and travel throughout the day (possibly overnight when the need arises).

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $85,449.00 (minimum) - $108,015.00 (maximum).

PEF offers an excellent benefit package which include:

• Health insurance with Health Reimbursement (HRA)
• Employer paid dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Employer paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401-k with safe harbor contribution
• Pension plan through SEIU
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement and on-going professional development

To Apply:
Interested individuals are invited to submit their résumé to HR@PEF.org.