Job Title: Safety Specialist II - Sr

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite 

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, Inc.-ESI (OLD) 

This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing

**This posting can be filled as a Safety Specialist II - Safety Specialist Senior depending on qualifications. **

Job Summary/Purpose

Supports Utility Operations in the management of developing safety trainingprograms/strategy/presentations/workshops/communications/policy/rules.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Work with Jurisdictional Safety Team to ensure effective implementation of safety programs and the creation of new programs fromanalyzing audit/observation/assessment information and consistent system-wide application of safety processes and procedures across theJurisdiction.
Supports the contract workforce, including, but not limited to: Investigate Contractor Incidents and Safety related issues on Entergy System,Perform Field Observations to assure compliance of OSHA Regulations and Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures, Assist Contractor SafetyDepartment during Accident Investigations and Support Contractor Training of Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures.
Supports the contract workforce, including, but not limited to: Investigate Contractor Incidents and Safety related issues on Entergy System,Perform Field Observations to assure compliance of OSHA Regulations and Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures, Assist Contractor SafetyDepartment during Accident Investigations and Support Contractor Training of Entergy Safety Rules and Procedures.
Must be familiar with and have the ability to interpret OSHA regulations and provide guidance to management on the proper application ofthese regulations in the workplace.

Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Desired: Bachelor's degree, preferably in the area of Safety, or equivalent work experience.

Minimum experience required of the position
Safety Specialist II: 4-6 years of related experience
Safety Specialist III: 7-10 years of related experience
Sr. Safety Specialist: 11-14 years of related experience
Preferred: Previous distribution and substation experience

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position

Excellent oral and written communication skills so as to interact effectively with all levels of employees (Craft through Director/VP). Ability toinfluence and motivate a diverse and geographically dispersed work force dealing with a wide variety of safety and training issues. Must be familiarwith and have the ability to interpret OSHA regulations and provide guidance to management on the proper application of these regulations in theworkplace. Strong knowledge of computers and related technology. Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required. Strongleadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to take and understand directives and complete tasks. Ability to make timely and safedecisions. Excellent knowledge of Entergy's safety policies and procedures. Strong problem solver. Ability to manage multiple activities andchanging priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Self motivated and dependable team player. Ability to recognize hazards in the workplaceand have the ability to mitigate the hazards. Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets. Ability to meet thepublic in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. Demonstrated acceptance ofa diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Desired: Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have theability to enact change

Primary Location: Louisiana-Lake Charles Louisiana : Lake Charles 
Job Function: Professional
FLSA Status: Professional 
Relocation Option:
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT 
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 122111
Travel Percentage:25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.  Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.