<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <ul> <li>Please ensure application is complete with detailed job description/tasks performed, employment beginning and ending date information, and hours worked per week. </li></ul> <p>Working at the Cal/OSHA means much more than showing up for a job. You will be able to work on programs that are vital to the health and safety of our community, work force, and the state. We recognize the strength in teamwork. We know that by encouraging collaboration and diversity, educating employers in best practices, and protecting the health and safety of employees through enforcement of the California Labor Code and regulations will benefit our economy as a whole. Be a part of a team that prides itself in making a difference for Californians.</p> <p>What will be the difference that you make for California?</p> <p>Under the direction of the Principal Safety Engineer (Elevators) with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Elevator Unit, the Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) develops and researches Elevator Safety Orders (ESO), evaluate variance application, approve control configuration and device approval, provide Unit training and assist the Principal Safety Engineer and Senior Safety Engineers with the hiring process. The Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) ensures that the office functions and operates daily in accordance with Elevator Unit Policy and Procedures, DIR-DOSH directives, rules and policies.</p> <ul> <li>There is one(1) position to be filled in either Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, or Sacramento. Multiple locations and positions are also available in Southern California. Please see other postings under different job controls in CalCareers for other locations. If you are interested in positions at more than one location, please submit a new application for each job control. </li></ul> <p>This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3</p> <p>To be considered for this Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators) job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:</p> <p>https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3146</p> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>This job is located at:</p> <p>Division of Occupational Safety and Health - Elevator Unit - San Jose Office</p> <p>224 Airport PKWY, San Jose, CA 95110</p> <ul> <li>If you are interested in working in the other locations you must submit an application to each job control.* </li></ul> <p>Primarily working in a hybrid work environment that requires prolonged sitting using a computer and telephone. Field work would consist of ascending/descending elevator shafts, standing, crouch, reach, lifting/carrying 25 lbs. of work equipment or materials Traveling via private vehicle, State vehicle, or public transportation (i.e. automobile, airplane, etc.) including overnight travel 30 - 40 %.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>SENIOR SAFETY ENGINEER (ELEVATORS) </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-477530</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>400-438-3894-XXX</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Senior Safety Engineer (Elevators)</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>SENIOR SAFETY ENGINEER (ELEVATORS)</p> <p>$11,104.00 - $13,898.00</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Santa Clara County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>In Office</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Permanent, Full Time</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers.</p> <p>Electronic Submission of Applications preferred. Application Packages maybe submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov/ Applications must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on or before the above final filing date.</p> <p>Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.</p> <p>If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions" section below and ensure the following:</p> <p>Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.</p> <ul> <li>Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (cert, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. </li><li>Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only. </li><li>Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information. </li></ul> <p>Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: 5/23/2025</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.</p> <p>Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>Department of Industrial Relations</p> <p>Cert Mailing Address Sacramento</p> <p>Attn: Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit</p> <p>2180 Harvard Street Suite 160</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95815</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>Department of Industrial Relations</p> <p>Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento</p> <p>Personnel Recruitment & Hiring Unit</p> <p>2180 Harvard Street Suite 160</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95815</p> <p>08:00 AM - 04:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:</p> <ul> <li>Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. </li><li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. </li></ul> <p>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.</p> <p>Desirable Qualifications</p> <p>In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:</p> <p>Proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel. Knowledge of: Elevator Safety Orders and other applicable codes as it applies to conveyances under the jurisdiction of the Elevator Unit; proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure to ensure that written materials are free of any errors; proper written communication skills to review written reports submitted by staff to ensure that it is complete, concise, and free of writing errors. Skills: proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Outlook) required in preparation of general correspondence; excellent organizational skills ensuring efficient tasking of work; excellent written and verbal communication skills with regard to Elevator Unit business, directing the public in resolving compliance issues and navigating website. Ability to: plan, prioritize, and organize work activities to meet target dates and production goals; evaluate reports to determine the necessary actions to be taken; obtain and apply information, and resources needed for resolution of compliance issues; resolve conflicts between personnel and/or the public timely, fairly, and with tact; read and evaluate written correspondence of varying levels of complexity insuring uniformity in the enforcement of the policies and procedures in the Elevator Unit. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and car insurance.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.</p> <ul> <li>Health, Dental & Vision Benefits </li><li>Paid Sick, Vacation and Holidays </li><li>Retirement (CalPERS) </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>401 (k) 457 and Roth IRA Plans </li><li>Reimbursement Accounts. </li><li>General State Employment Benefits and Protections </li><li>Visit www.calhr.ca.gov to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees. </li></ul> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.</p> <p>Department Website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/</p> <p>Human Resources Contact:</p> <p>Certification Unit</p> <p>(800) 564-0771</p> <p>cert@dir.ca.gov</p> <p>Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>Diversity and Inclusion Office</p> <p>(916) 559-6999</p> <p>DIO@dir.ca.gov</p> <p>California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.</p> <p>Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification</p> <p>If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.</p> <p>Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.</p> <p>Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: DIR Applicant Survey</p> <p>DIR Mission and Core Values</p> <p>Our mission is to protect and improve the welfare and working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR is also committed to ensuring that all employers comply with labor laws in California to support a fair and thriving business environment.</p> <p>Integrity - We fulfill the promise of our mission through fair, honest and ethical behavior.</p> <p>Service - We are committed to responsibly serving the public and value their trust.</p> <p>Respect - We treat others with dignity, courtesy and consideration.</p> <p>Quality - We take pride in providing the public with accurate and timely services.</p> <p>Transparency - We conduct ourselves with openness and accountability in all aspects of our work.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.</p> <p>It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.</p>