OH&S Coordinator

Posting Date: Jan 29, 2025

Location: Calgary & Area, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information
Job Title: OH&S Coordinator 
Job Requisition ID: 66562
Ministry: Environment and Protected Areas
Location: Calgary & Area
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: February 12, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: ​$2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:
https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

We support Albertans in being proud stewards of air, land, water, and biodiversity by leading the work required for the desired environmental outcomes and sustainable development of natural resources.

For more information about the Ministry of Environment and Protected Areas, please visit our website at: https://www.alberta.ca/environment-and-protected-areas

Role Responsibilities

The Regional OHS Coordinator (ROC) facilitates and coordinates the development and delivery of the department's Occupational Health and Safety Program and it's elements in line with the GOA OHS Program. Working as a team with the other ROCs in the section, this position helps branches interpret OHS legislation, policies and directives, and develop their OHS plans in partnership with Branch Managers, carries out audits of OHS related activities and reports on program progress and ultimately department compliance. The position functions as the internal workplace safety resource and ambassador, providing a wide range of occupational health and safety and workplace wellness support, advice and information to management and staff on safety legislation, regulations, operational policies, programs, procedures, practices and standards.

Utilizing information gathered from branches, the position develops recommendations regarding the way work is performed, how equipment and facilities are used, and on safety systems and practices, both general and specialized. The position confirms that processes and procedures related to branch safety management systems are developed, documented, implemented, evaluated and maintained in accordance with requirements laid out in the GOA Occupational Health and Safety Program.

Key Responsibilities:
•    The Regional OHS Coordinator coordinates the development and implementation of annual safety initiatives along with maintaining and enhancing the current program so that the program/initiatives from all Divisions meet OHS plan objectives and outcomes.
•    Provides support, advice and information on occupational health and safety legislation, policies, programs requirements, codes and standards, to help branches meet their obligations to provide a safe workplace. 
•    Develops and maintains effective and productive internal and external working relationships to facilitate an integrated safety culture and leverage knowledge,  information and best practices in the development and implementation of branch health and safety programs.
•    Promotes and fosters a safety culture within branches across the province and encourage positive staff safety awareness and education (engagement, Safe Work Practices, GoA safety program).

The successful candidate will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, strong communication skills, political acumen and a strong commitment to client service and building collaborative relationships.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Qualifications

University degree in Business Administration, Public policy, Political science or a related field, supplemented with a minimum of 2 years progressively related experience in public administration or operations.

Completion of an occupational health and safety diploma or degree program from a recognized post-secondary institution and at least 2 years’ experience working in a health and safety coordinating role in a large organization with a multi-faceted field operations environment.

A valid Class 5 driver`s license is required, and this position must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 
•    1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 
•    1 year of experience for 1 year education.

Other mandatory requirements:
•    Standard First Aid (CSA Intermediate) with Level C CPR and AED. 
•    Class 5 Driver’s License, or equivalent.
•    Able to work irregular hours, overtime, evenings and/or weekends as required.
•    Required to undertake training to maintain or upgrade knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
•    Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Assets:
•    Current Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRPS) designation or an eligibility to acquire CRSP designation. 
•    Technical abilities in incident investigations and root cause analysis. 
•    High level of computer proficiency and abilities with Microsoft Office products.
•    Project management methodologies, practices and processes.
•    Incident Command System (ICS) training.
•    Preference may be given to candidates having an 80-hour Wilderness First Aid certification.

The position requires sound knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
•    OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes.
•    National Safety Code.
•    FIT test certification for respirators.
•    Certificate of Recognition audit process (CoR auditor certification preferred).
•    Safety management systems for multi-disciplined work areas.

The position requires the following skills and abilities:
•    Excellent interpersonal skills to develop productive working relationships.
•    Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•    Consultation, facilitation, and issues resolution skills including consensus building, encouraging and motivating.
•    Time management and client relations skills.
•    Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
•    Organization, coordination, and project management skills.
•    Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
•    Ability to effectively engage a variety of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
•    Ability to work cooperatively and productively with others to achieve agreed upon goals and set up inclusive and collaborative programs/initiatives.
•    Ability to weigh multiple perspectives to maximize results and recommend the most appropriate solution.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This position is a full-time permanent opportunity in Calgary and area.

This position works Monday to Friday, 8:15 AM-4:30 PM, 36.25 hours a week.

In your application, please a include cover page detailing your interest, and role related experience. In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

This position will require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

What we offer:
•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
•    Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jane McEwen, TAS Administrator via email at Jane.Mcewen@gov.ab.ca.