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Koniag Operations Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking Health & Safety Administrator III with a Secret security clearance to support KOS and our government customer in Bremerton, WA.  This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.   

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Operations Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Specialist to provide comprehensive support across a variety of SOH programs in a Navy environment. The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable safety professional with strong data management and communication skills, capable of working independently with creativity and latitude to plan and accomplish program goals. This position supports critical safety operations and interfaces directly with workforce personnel and leadership.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

The Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program Specialist will provide broad programmatic support across multiple SOH disciplines, ensuring compliance with Navy policy and OSHA requirements while serving as a key point of contact for safety-related inquiries. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Provide day-to-day support for various Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) programs in accordance with local directives, Navy policy, and OSHA requirements.
• Receive, compile, and track data for SOH programs and generate reports as required by local directives and leadership.
• Obtain, review, record, and report workplace mishaps in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Navy policy and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Receive and respond to customer and workforce inquiries on a wide range of SOH topics, providing accurate and helpful guidance.
• Maintain and update the Safety intranet webpage(s) to ensure current, accessible, and accurate safety information is available to all personnel.
• Interface with one or more computer-based systems of record to manage and track SOH program data and documentation.
• Perform a variety of tasks, relying on experience, training, and professional judgment to plan and accomplish goals with a degree of creativity and latitude.
• Support continuous improvement of SOH programs through data analysis, trend identification, and proactive reporting to leadership.
• Assist in the coordination and execution of safety training, inspections, and program audits as needed.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Exceptional knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the safety and occupational health field is required.
• Must have completed, or must complete within 60 days of assignment, the following Navy courses or their equivalent:
• General Industry Standards (Navy Course A-493-0061)
• Mishap Investigation (Navy Course A-493-0078)

Desired:

• Associate's degree with at least 6–8 years of experience in safety and occupational health or a closely related field (e.g., industrial hygiene), OR a Bachelor's degree with at least 2–4 years of equivalent experience.
• Completion of the following Navy courses or their equivalent:

• Introduction to HAZMAT Ashore Global On Line (Navy Course A-493-0331)
• Electrical Safety Standards (Navy Course A-493-0033)
• Fire Protection and Life Safety (Navy Course A-493-0075)
• Machinery and Machine Guarding (Navy Course A-493-0073)

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the safety and occupational health field.
• Strong understanding of Navy safety policy and OSHA requirements as they relate to workplace mishap reporting and SOH program management.
• Proficiency in receiving, compiling, tracking, and reporting safety program data in accordance with local directives and organizational requirements.
• Experience operating and maintaining records within computer-based systems of record used for safety or compliance management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively respond to customer inquiries and clearly convey safety information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to maintain and update intranet-based safety resources and documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with creativity and latitude to plan and accomplish program goals.
• Ability to complete required Navy training courses (General Industry Standards and Mishap Investigation) within 60 days of assignment if not already completed.

Clearance Requirement:

• Active security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a required security clearance is a plus. 

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Prior experience working in a Navy or other military branch safety environment.
• Familiarity with HAZMAT management and ashore operations in a Navy context.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards and fire protection and life safety requirements.
• Experience with machinery safety and machine guarding principles.
• Completion of Navy SOH-related training courses (A-493-0331, A-493-0033, A-493-0075, A-493-0073) or civilian equivalents.
• Experience developing or contributing to safety reports, trend analyses, and program improvement recommendations.
• Professional safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or similar) are a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial hygiene concepts and practices.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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