Safety Specialist I/II/III chez MDU Resources

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day to day work routine for self and others. Implement safety-related policies and procedures within a designated multi-state region. Specifically focus on Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration compliance, industrial hygiene monitoring, hazard assessments, safety training, and health and safety programs.

This position is located in Bismarck/Mandan, ND. Travel (25% - 40%) with overnight stays is required within our service territory ND, SD, MT and WY.

Safety Specialist I: $62,130 - $77,600

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial hygiene, engineering or other discipline related to industrial safety or equivalent industrial safety related work experience.

Safety Specialist II: $71,460 - $89,330

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial hygiene, engineering or other discipline related to industrial safety or equivalent industrial safety related work experience.
• Two years industrial safety work experience.

Safety Specialist III: $82,150 - $102,690

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, industrial hygiene, or engineering or other discipline related to industrial safety or equivalent industrial safety related work experience.
• Five years of industrial safety related work experience.

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Requires travel - moderate (25% - 40%). Overnight stays required.
• Maintain a First Aid/CPR instructor certification through the National Safety Council or equivalent.

Safety Specialist II:

• OSHA 10/30 instructor in either construction or general industry.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.

Safety Specialist III:

• OSHA 10/30 instructor in either construction or general industry.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.
• Registered professional engineer or board certified industrial hygienist.

Based on the level of Specialist, job responsibilities may vary:

• Assist in developing, implementing, evaluating, and managing company safety and health policies, practices, and training programs and activities ensuring effectiveness with the operational needs of the organization. This includes communicating revisions of company safety policies and practices to others.
• Assist and/or lead the accident investigation team in the investigation of employee injuries, property damage, contractor employee incidents, and near miss accidents for multi-state region as requested.
• Provide leadership and direction to local safety committees and lead the General Safety Committee when requested. Coordinate action plans and/or policies recommended by this committee.
• Actively promote a strong safety culture.
• Implement established health and safety programs such as respiratory protection, hearing conservation, lock out tag out, confined spaces, and first aid needs all while ensuring OSHA compliance.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Deadline to Apply: September 18, 2025

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