Safety & Health Officer 2 - Lead Safety & Health Officer

Working Title: Lead Safety & Health Officer

Job Class: Safety & Health Officer 2

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID : 91148

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/02/2026

• Closing Date : 01/20/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Mpls-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Minneapolis Veterans Home / Mpls Volunteer Svcs & Safety

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday and occasional weekends

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,271 - $96,361 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

NOTE: We are also recruiting for a Safety & Health Officer 1. If you would also like to be considered for the Safety & Health Officer 1 position, please apply to Job ID 91151 by Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits (if eligible), a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

This position exists to plan, develop, implement, promote, coordinate, monitor and evaluate the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) - Minneapolis (Mpls) safety and security program; ensure the health, safety and security of employees, residents, and visitors and minimize worker's compensation risk; maintain compliance with Federal, State and local regulations; evaluate, research and communicate legislation to appropriate personnel; and to investigate work site accidents. In addition, this position provides lead work to a Safety and Health Officer 1.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop, implement and maintain a plan of accident prevention and safety procedures so the MVH-Mpls can maintain an aggressive and effective safety program, prevent injuries to employees, and reduce costs resulting from accidents.

Plan, develop, implement, promote, and maintain an ongoing safety training program. Serves as a lead person within facility for safety and health related issues.

Provide lead work and guidance to Safety and Health Officer 1 on safety and health programs, activities, inspection related matters, and matters relating to contracted security. Provide indirect guidance for up to 10 contracted security guards.

Develop and maintain a program for compliance with the Minnesota Employee Right to Know Act and the hazardous communication standard.

Develop and implement management plan which describes how the organization will establish and maintain a security management program to protect staff, residents, and visitors from harm.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis provides skilled nursing care in a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Minneapolis Home is located on Minnehaha Avenue, which has connecting highways and public transportation options for an easy commute. The beautiful 53-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Mississippi River.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Bachelor's degree in safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Risk Management Control, Occupational Safety, Safety

Management Science, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or a closely related field AND on year of a professional level experience.

Bachelor's degree in any field AND two years of professional-level experience;

Three years of professional-level experience (an Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience) in one or a combination of the following areas:

• Developing and monitoring or auditing safety programs

• Workers' Compensation

• Promoting Health promotion/wellness programs

• Occupational safety and health requirements

In addition to the above listed education and/or experience, you must also have:

• Knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental health regulations (For example, Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA), Minnesota OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) regulations.

• Analysis and critical thinking skills sufficient to analyze information, develop and implement strategies to improve safety and health of employees, residents and other customers.

• Communication skills sufficient to write and present safety-related investigations and progress reports.

• Ability to implement and present to individuals and groups of employees on safety and health issues.

Preferred Qualifications

Four or more years in the Environmental Health and Safety field as described above in the minimum qualifications.

A bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science. Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for one year experience.

Experience with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care facility.

Experience conducting inspections, determining compliance, and enforcing adherence to OSHA laws and regulations.

Experience providing lead work.

Knowledge of and ability to manage physical security to include contracted security staff, security software, and maintenance of security hardware.

Knowledge in emergency preparedness and management.

Additional Requirements

This position also requires successful completion of the following:

• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (OHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.