SAFETY SPECIALIST I (SR-20) [1 vacancy]

SAFETY SPECIALIST I (SR-20) [1 vacancy]

Salary

$5,107.00 Monthly

Location

Oahu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

012267

Department

Honolulu Board of Water Supply

Opening Date

07/26/2026

Closing Date

8/1/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Information

Help ensure the safety of employees and the community as a Safety Specialist I!

The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS), Executive Support Office, is hiring a Safety Specialist I in Pearl City. This position assists the Safety Specialist II in implementing BWS safety programs and ensuring Department compliance with applicable OSHA, HIOSH, and other regulatory agency requirements.

What You Will Do

• Conduct inspections of in-progress repair, maintenance, and project sites, including job sites of private contractors engaged in construction on behalf of the BWS.
• Develop materials and visual aids for Safety Specialist II for training sessions; conduct, schedule, and coordinate training with divisions.
• Inspect facility working conditions, equipment, and protective gear.
• Conduct investigations of accidents.
• Provide sound interpretation of pertinent laws, codes, rules and regulations as it applies to BWS projects, and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIOSH, EPA and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Work Requirements

• Work evening, weekends and holidays as necessary.
• Exposure to noise and dust; work at heights, confined spaces such as tunnels, wells, and reservoirs; hike in mountainous areas; walk over rough and uneven terrain; exposure to vehicular traffic at job sites; work in adverse weather conditions.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!

Additional Job Information

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for the bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelors degree.

For example:

• Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelors degree.

• Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in industrial safety may substitute for a general bachelors degree.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

One year of professional experience in industrial safety and accident prevention activities.

Applicable Skills Needed

Knowledge of:

• safety laws and other accepted standards applicable to industrial safety and accident prevention
• industrial and construction accident hazards and methods of correction and prevention

common industrial safety devices and equipment

• safety inspection principles, practices, and procedures
• safety education media, principles, and procedures

Ability to:

• make safety inspections and detect unsafe conditions and practices
• interpret and enforce pertinent safety laws, codes, rules, and regulations; investigate and determine the causes of accidents
• conduct safety education and instruction courses

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:

Prior to appointment:

• Possession of a valid appropriate drivers license (automobile/Type 3).

Prior to completion of probation:

• First Aid & CPR certification.

NOTE: The above licenses and certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

What are the benefits of being a City Employee?

• • Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• • Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• • Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
• • Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• • Retirement Plan: The Employees Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
• • Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
• • Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
• • Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
• • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
• • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.

• All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS

When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.

List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if youve held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).

In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.

• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.

• Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.

• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.

• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.

• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.

If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., drivers license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

The Safety Specialist I position requires that applicants have equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelors degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Do you meet this education requirement?

• Yes
• No

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DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYER

For each position listed in the Work Experience section of your application where you performed professional industrial safety and accident prevention activities, provide a brief description about the organization you worked for. Include the following in your response:

a) describe the major function(s) of the organization. (e.g., water treatment, public safety, etc.);b) the size of the organization (approximate number of employees); andc) the major departments/divisions within the organization.

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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

For each position you listed in Question No. 3, describe your duties and responsibilities in the following areas, and indicate the percentage of time spent in each area:

a) inspecting operations, equipment, and/or facilities to detect and eliminate safety, health, and other industrial hazards;b) interpreting, implementing, and enforcing Federal, State, and local rules and regulations regarding safety;c) planning, developing, and conducting safety training programs; andd) investigating industrial injuries and accidents.

Required Question

Employer City and County of Honolulu

Address 650 South King Street, 10th Floor

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813

Phone (808) 768-8536

Website https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/