Job Description

All Native Group, a Division of Ho-Chunk, Incorporated, is seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to support Army Corp of Engineers on Long Island, NY. The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing and managing the Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) program at an assigned project worksite in accordance with the Contract and EM 385-1-1. The SSHO ensures compliance with applicable OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926 and 29 CFR 1910), EM 385-1-1, and all federal, state, and local safety requirements. The SSHO must be present at the site of work and located so they have full mobility and reasonable access to all major work operations occurring during the shift. This position is for proposed work and employment is contingent upon award.

Essential Functions

Safety and Occupational Health Program Implementation

• Implement and administer the Contractor's safety program and Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan (APP) at the assigned worksite.
• Execute roles and responsibilities identified in the Contract and EM 385-1-1.
• Conduct on-going evaluations of the APP throughout the life of the project to ensure it is current and site-specific. Submit changes, revisions, and updates to the APP for review and approval by the prime contractor.
• Ensure all project personnel comply with SOH requirements, including subcontractors and visitors.

Inspections and Documentation

• Conduct daily SOH inspections in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 2-5.b.
• Maintain a SOH deficiency tracking system in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 2-8.f(3).
• Report and investigate all accidents and near misses and complete required accident report ENG Form 3394.
• Maintain applicable safety reference material at the site of work including EM 385-1-1, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), APP, manufacturer instructions, and other applicable documents.
• Maintain safety documentation on-site and furnish copies to the Contracting Officer upon request.

Meetings and Training

• Attend all pre-construction conferences, tail-gate meetings, and pre-work meetings, including preparatory meetings and periodic in-progress meetings.
• Conduct safety meetings at least once a month for all supervisors at the project location.
• Conduct or ensure supervisors/foremen conduct safety meetings at least once a week for trade workers.
• Review past activities, plan for new or changed operations, review pertinent aspects of appropriate Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) by trade, establish safe working procedures for anticipated hazards, and provide pertinent SOH training and motivation.
• Document meeting minutes to include the date, persons in attendance, subjects discussed, and names of individual(s) who conducted the meeting.
• Notify the Contracting Officer of all scheduled meetings 7 calendar days in advance.
• Provide and keep a record of site safety orientation and indoctrination training for all project personnel, including subcontractors.

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

• Review AHAs developed by subcontractors before prime contractor approval and submission to the Contracting Officer.
• Sign all AHAs along with the Superintendent, QC Manager, and the subcontractor Foreman performing the work.
• Ensure AHAs are reviewed with all affected employees before work begins.

Visitor and Site Control

• Ensure visitors are escorted, properly protected, are wearing or provided the appropriate PPE, and receive a safety brief on the hazards to be expected onsite and the SOH controls required.
• Maintain an onsite visitor sign-in/out log.

Administrative

• Review and sign mandatory ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter) acknowledging roles and responsibilities.
• Report to the corporate safety official, senior Project Manager, or corporate official.
• Should any unforeseen hazard become evident during the performance of work, bring such hazard information to the attention of the Contracting Officer (both verbally and in writing) for resolution as soon as possible. In the interim, take necessary action to reestablish and maintain safe working conditions.

Qualifications

Experience

• At least five (5) years of cumulative safety experience, within the last ten (10) years, managing or implementing a SOH program on projects similar in industry type, size, and complexity as the project described in the contract scope of work.
  • Exception: If the Level 1 SSHO has a safety-related degree or a third-party, nationally accredited SOH-related certification or designation (e.g., ANSI, NCCA, CESB) requiring a minimum of three years of experience to obtain, only three (3) years of experience is needed.

Designation Requirements

• Must be designated in writing on mandatory ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter). Both the Corporate Safety Official and the SSHO must sign the form and submit it to the Contracting Officer or COR for acceptance
• Each SSHO is responsible for implementing and managing the SOH program at the worksite indicated, while ensuring that 29 CFR 1926, EM 385-1-1, the Contract, and all applicable federal, state, and local requirements are met.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted.

Competency Training:

• Must have maintained competency by taking 24 hours of documented formal classroom or online SOH-related training within the past five years.
• Must maintain competency by taking 24 hours every three-year period for the duration of the contract. The 24 hours can be multiple classes combined.
  • Note: The initial SOH training (OSHA 30-hour) does not meet the 24-hour competency training requirement. Hours spent as an instructor for SOH-related training may count toward competency hours, but each course can only be used once.

Supervisory Responsibility

None required for this position.

Work Environment

• Active residential construction site involving house elevation work.
• Exposure to construction hazards including heavy equipment operation, elevated work, excavation, concrete operations, and helical pile installation.
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to traverse construction sites, including uneven terrain, scaffolding, ladders, and elevated work areas.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection as required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend hours required, as required by business need.

Travel

Frequent travel is expected for this position.

Security Clearance

None required for this position

Drug Free Workplace

All Native Group is a Drug Free Workplace. It is our policy that all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. In addition, all employees are subject to random drug screens throughout the term of their employment with All Native Group.

AAP/EEO Statement 

All Native Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.

About Ho-Chunk, Inc. & All Native Group

Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an award-winning economic development corporation of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. Our mission is to provide long-term economic development for the Winnebago Tribe and job opportunities for Tribal members.

All Native Group is a network of small businesses that support the critical missions of various U.S. Government customers. Our capabilities include telecommunications, health, logistics, specialized training, professional services, and IT solutions. Since earning our first federal contract in 2004, we have continued to grow and diversify our services while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence. As a tribally owned organization, All Native Group operates multiple subsidiary businesses, providing clients with the advantages of working with a small business while leveraging the resources and expertise of a larger, established company. Our work is guided by our core NATIVE values:

• Native American Owned & Proud – Serving the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
• Accountable – To always do what’s right.
• Team-Focused – For inclusive progress.
• Innovative – In creating solutions.
• Visionary – In our purpose and direction.
• Excellence – Through learning and performance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.