OSHA Outreach Trainer - Part Time - Eastern Iowa Community Colleges : Job Details

Job Description:

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Part-Time Instructor to serve as our resident OSHA Outreach Trainer. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver high-quality OSHA training programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and promoting workplace safety. In addition, at least once a quarter, this role will represent Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in National Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (NPETE) related activities and events, fostering relationships with other educational institutions, industry, and government partners.

Work is based out of the Davenport, IA Quad Cities area, with occasional travel.

Required Qualifications:

• Certifications: Must hold or be willing to train to obtain current OSHA Outreach Trainer authorization for both the 10-hour and 30-hour General Industry and/or Construction courses.
• Commitment to Safety: A strong commitment to promoting workplace safety and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience: Must have at least three years' successful related work experience in business, education, or related area.
• Customer Service: The ability to anticipate and proactively address customer needs.
• Communication: The ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork: The ability to work well with others to achieve a goal.
• Problem Solving: The ability to manage challenging situations at work productively and positively.
• Time Management: The ability to prioritize tasks, work efficiently, and meet deadlines.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to objectively analyze and evaluate information to form reasoned judgments and make informed decisions.
• Organization: The ability to prioritize tasks, create plans, and implement solutions.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to change.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, regulations, and best practices.

Physical Demands:

This job requires 20% travel across the U.S. to fulfill NPETE partnership obligations.

Salary:

$49.25-$68.25 per hour.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and Deliver Training: Prepare and conduct OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour outreach training sessions, focusing on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of workplace hazards (60%).
  • Stay current with OSHA standards, industry trends, and safety practices to provide the most relevant and effective training.
  • Student Assessment: Evaluate and assess student performance, providing constructive feedback and guidance to ensure comprehension and application of safety principles.
• NPETE Partner: At least once a quarter, this role will represent Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in National Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (NPETE) related activities and events, fostering relationships with other education institutions, industry, and government partners (30%).
• Maintain Records/Equipment: Keep accurate records of training sessions, student attendance, and completion cards in compliance with OSHA requirements (10%).

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC's Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-###-####, [email protected] or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) ###-#### Facsimile: (312) ### ####, TDD (800) ###-#### Email: [email protected].