Safety Specialist - Water Mgmt 2026

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work, OR ,Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree or higher, plus one (1) year of work experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work.

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

• A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required
• Ability to walk and stand for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to work various hours/shifts

NOTE: Candidates selected for hire MUST pass a DRUG/PHYSICAL test prior to being hired

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the successful completion of an online application and an initial screening process. Applicants who meet the established screening criteria may be invited to participate in one or more assessments designed to evaluate the knowledge, skills, or competencies relevant to the role. This position requires candidates to take a skills assessment test with multiple components. BIDDERS who successfully apply for the position, meet the minimum qualifications, and PASS the skills assessment test with multiple components, will be INTERVIEWED. Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected and hired in seniority order and according to C.B.A rules. NON-BIDDERS who successfully apply for the position, meet the minimum qualifications, and PASS the skills assessment test with multiple components, will be INTERVIEWED The interviewed NON-Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 11/02/2026

Oct 20, 2026, 12:00:00 AM