Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Procurement)

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in Safety Internal Operations (NFB) organization of the Safety Office (NF), Chief Administrative Office (N). A successful candidate in the Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Procurement) position will perform procurement safety program leadership and provide support services for a broad range of high hazard functions in the construction, operations and maintenance of a high voltage electrical transmission system.

As a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Procurement), you will: Lead the Safety Procurement Program: Develop and manage safety procurement processes to ensure all purchased goods, equipment, and contracted services comply with federal, industry, and organizational safety standards (e.g., OSHA, ANSI, NFPA). Evaluate Suppliers and Ensure Compliance: Audit vendors, establish prequalification criteria, assess safety performance, and serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to monitor contractor performance and safety compliance. Analyze Safety Data and Trends: Collect and evaluate occupational health and safety performance data, track incident trends involving procured items, and present findings to leadership to address systemic risks. Develop and Deliver Training: Create and present safety training materials for internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring staff and vendors understand safety protocols, policies, and program expectations. Manage Equipment and Safety Communication Tools: Oversee safety assets (such as simulators and training devices), process equipment/PPE requests, handle product recalls, and support digital safety communication tools across internal and external platforms. Provide Operational and Inspection Support: Assist with facility and field inspections, serve as a operational backup for safety communications and human/organizational performance managers, and support the update of safety manuals and budgets.

In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: This position requires a valid driver's license as a condition of employment. COR certification must be obtained within 90 days of placement. Work may require overnight travel. Some travel is required per year throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana.