Senior Inspection and Safety Specialist 2026-02188

Senior Inspection and Safety Specialist 2026-02188

Salary

$35.12 - $39.02 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02188

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

INOS09

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

• Position will be located in Northern Wyoming (Sheridan, Cody, Gillette, Buffalo, Worland, Powell, Basin, Story, etc.)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Senior Inspection and Safety Specialist for the Employee Safety Program, to ensure a safe working environment for all WYDOT employees through training, certifying, and instructing formal and informal training classes. This position will be located in Northern Wyoming.

The successful candidate will work with various programs throughout the department to update and develop safety processes, policies, and procedures for a variety of job tasks. They will work collaboratively with the District Safety Representatives to provide guidance to employees that address safety issues in the workplace. The Senior Safety Specialist will assess risk and recommend corrective actions to mitigate hazards. They will collaborate with program leadership and recommend solutions to safety and health issues, consult to find areas of improvement and help implement new safety measures.This position offers:

$2,000 Hiring BonusSee notes for eligibility

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan with a state contribution of 14.94%
• Optional 457B plan with a state contribution
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave including 10 paid Holidays

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4455 or amy.vigil1@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Ensure employees attain and apply all aspects of personal and workplace safety.
• Prepare training materials and training aids; coordinate training sites and schedules.
• Provide on-the-job training during routine and special surveys or inspections; provide required training in a timely manner.
• Write extensive reports citing hazards or violations when observed and write technical reports on lab findings.
• Provide technical assistance to ensure hazards are corrected.
• Collaborate and inspect current safety policies and procedures including current safety programs.
• Conduct yearly formal inspections of all WYDOT facilities and grounds to ensure all safety compliance is utilized including completion of documentation.
• Collaborate with various state and federal government agencies and meet to discuss and receive information on safety items; this may also include working with private organizations.
• Collaborate with WYDOT supervisors and department management.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

The Agency prefers individuals with one or more of the following credentials: Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), OSHA 510, and 511

Agency requires OSHA 10/30 Instructor certification (OSHA 500 or 501) or the ability to gain authorization under OSHA's requirements, First Aid/CPR (Adult, Child, Infant) certification, AED Instructor

Agency requires applicant possess a valid drivers license

KNOWLEDGE:

• Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities to instruct, teach, and prepare formal and informal material in a class environment to all employees including management positions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret state and federal government regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with internal stakeholders and state, federal, and private agencies.
• Skilled in computer operations and programs (PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and ability to use without supervision including all audio-visual aids used in training and instruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• 75% Travel required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
• Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(INOS09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in OHSA or Safety Inspection? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Safety manager, safety officer, safety technician OSHA Insepctor, or Safety training officer)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.

05

Do you have an OSHA 10/30 Hour Instructor certification (OSHA 500 or 501) or the ability to gain authorization under OSHAs requirements?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a First Aid/CPR/AED (Adult, Child, Infant) certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a Hazardous Materials Specialist certification?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

09

Please provide your license no. in the box below.

10

Do you have any of the following credentials? (Please check all that apply)

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• OSHA 510
• OSHA 511
• None of the Above

11

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

12

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

13

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

14

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

15

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

16

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm