**Working Title: Safety Officer** **Job Class: Safety & Health Officer 1** **Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs** + **Job ID** : 87786 + **Location** : Bemidji + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 07/26/2025 + **Closing Date** : 08/08/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Bemidji-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Bemidji Veterans Home / Safety & Health + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm + **Days of Work** : Monday-Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. **Become part of the Bemidji Veterans Home team!** This position will serve as the Safety Officer for the Minnesota Veterans Home - Bemidji to implement, promote, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate safety and health programs. The position is designated as part-time and primarily day shift. **The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period** . The position is initially eligible for a full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits. **Minimum Qualifications** _Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._ *Two years of experience in the Environmental Health and Safety field which demonstrates at least two of the following: + Developing and auditing safety programs + Navigating workers' compensation programs + Promoting health and wellness programs + Occupational health and safety regulations *NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science, Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience. **AND** The successful candidate must also demonstrate: + Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental health regulations (for example, applicable Occupational Safety & Health Agency (OSHA), Minnesota OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA). + Communication skills sufficient to conduct investigations and present progress reports. + Ability to implement and present training programs on safety and health issues. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). + Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care facility. + Experience conducting inspections, determining compliance, and enforcing adherence to OSHA laws and regulations. + Knowledge in the operation of security camera systems. + Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Health regulations. + Knowledge in emergency preparedness and management. **Additional Requirements** This position requires successful completion of the following: + A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for this position. When conducted, the finalist must pass the DHS background check. + A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) Screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. + Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.