District Safety Officer 2026-02604

District Safety Officer 2026-02604

Salary

$29.76 - $33.06 Hourly

Location

Basin, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02604

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

INOS08

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Description and Functions

Open until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the people of Wyoming. We are seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and safety-focused OSHA Specialist to join our team in Basin, Wyoming. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by promoting workplace safety, supporting employee development, and ensuring a safe working environment for those who maintain Wyomings transportation infrastructure.

As an OSHA Specialist, you will play an essential role in supporting and coordinating WYDOTs Employee Safety Program throughout the district. You will work closely with employees, supervisors, and safety personnel to ensure compliance with agency safety policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal safety regulations. Responsibilities include developing, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating formal and informal safety training programs, certifying employees in required safety procedures and standards, and identifying opportunities to strengthen workplace safety practices. Through education, collaboration, and proactive safety initiatives, you will help foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety awareness across district operations.

Discover Basin, Wyoming-Where Small-Town Charm Meets Outdoor Adventure!

Located in the heart of the beautiful Bighorn Basin, Basin, Wyoming, offers the perfect combination of small-town hospitality, rich history, and exceptional outdoor recreation. Established in 1896 and affectionately known as the "Lilac City," Basin provides a welcoming community surrounded by Wyomings breathtaking landscapes. With the majestic Bighorn Mountains nearby, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy endless opportunities for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, skiing, ATV riding, and exploring the great outdoors. Whether youre looking for adventure or a peaceful place to call home, Basin offers an outstanding quality of life.

Why Choose WYDOT and Wyoming?

Build a rewarding career with an organization dedicated to public service, employee safety, and professional excellence. Wyoming offers the added advantages of no state income tax, access to world-class outdoor recreation, and welcoming communities where you can enjoy a healthy work-life balance. At WYDOT, your work will directly contribute to protecting employees, strengthening workplace safety, and supporting the transportation system that keeps Wyoming moving.

Your Expertise. Their Safety. Wyomings Future.

If you are passionate about workplace safety, enjoy educating and supporting others, and want a career where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to apply and become part of the WYDOT team!

Join us in making safety a priority and building a safer future for Wyoming!

This position offers a:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / 307-568-3427 / jesse.maschke1@wyo.gov

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

• Ensures employees attain and apply all aspects of personal and workplace safety.
• Collaborates with WYDOT supervisors and department management.
• Takes proactive steps through site visits and incident investigations to ensure district employees are applying personal and workplace safety.
• Collaborates with district facilities coordinator on annual informal inspections of all the districts facilities to ensure all safety compliance are utilized.
• Completes inspection reports and tracks documented deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Provides on-the-job training during routine and special surveys for inspections.
• Provides technical assistance and training to ensure any identified hazards are corrected.
• Assists with review of current safety policies and procedures, including current program/crew safety programs.
• Attend and support crew and job site safety meetings.
• Prepare training materials and training aids.
• Coordinate training sites and schedules.
• Provide guidance, training, and best-shared practices.
• Research, develop, and propose best practices in safe operating procedures and policies.
• Aid in updating and developing WYDOT Safety manuals and policies.
• Create and manage electronic forms and utilize WYDOTs safety management and computer database systems.
• Create data analysis reports.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with OSHA 10

Preference may be given to those with 30-hour instructor certification

Preference may be given to those with First Aid/CPR/AED (Adult, Child, Infant) certification

Preference may be given to those with Hazardous Materials Specialist certification

Agency requires applicant to possess a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of report writing.
• Knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices and procedures regarding safety.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene and safety and their application to industry, other commercial enterprises, government, private organizations, etc.
• Knowledge of safety inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of accident investigation techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA)

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel is required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid drivers license.

• 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 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, and 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.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator.

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.

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / 307-568-3427 /jesse.maschke1@wyo.gov

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 9 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

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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

(INOS08) Which of the following best describes your work experience with OSHA or Inspection and Safety? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: Safety manager, safety officer, safety technician OSHA Inspector, or Safety training officer)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have OHSA 10 certificate?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have 30 hours of Instructor certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have knowledge of report writing?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a Hazardous Materials Specialist certification?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have knowledge of the federal and state rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures regarding safety?

• Yes
• No

10

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

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

12

(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

13

(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.

14

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

15

(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

16

(A) 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