Working Title: Safety Officer
Job Class: Safety & Health Officer 1
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID : 91151
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, 10:00 am - 6:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday and occasional weekends
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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 2. If you would also like to be considered for the Safety & Health Officer 2 position, please apply to Job ID 91148 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 will assist with the planning, directing, and promoting of Minnesota Veterans Home - Minneapolis' occupational, safety, and health programs. Under the guidance of the Campus Administrator and Safety and Health Officer 2, this position will provide assistance to employees and supervisors in the performance of their duties under the safety and health programs and activities; conduct regular safety audits and periodic area inspections; review and collaborate on all accident investigation reports with the Safety & Health Officer 2 and the safety committee and take appropriate action to prevent recurrence.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide training coordination and policy enforcement. In conjunction with the Safety and Health Officer 2, serve as a liaison with contract security officer lead and team to address staffing, operational concerns, and policy updates, and to ensure consistent, effective, and compliant security operations for the Minneapolis Campus.
Ensure staff are using safe lifting/resident handling practices to reduce employee overexertion injuries.
Conduct regular inspections to identify and analyze safety and health hazards within the home, and develop, administer and advise on measures/methods to reduce hazards, accidents, and injuries.
Conduct and/or participate in various safety related groups and programs.
Serve as a lead person within the facility for safety and health issues.
Assist with the development and maintenance of various programs for employees and vendors.
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.
Two years experience in Environmental Health and Safety field which demonstrates experience in at least two if the following:
Maintaining and auditing safety programs
Workers Compensation
Promoting health and wellness programs
Occupational health and safety regulations
*Note: 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. An associate's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science. Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for 6 months of experience.
AND
The successful candidate must also demonstrate:
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
Three 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.
Knowledge of Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), federal Veterans Administration and/or MN Department of Health Regulations for healthcare settings.
Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care facility.
Experience conducting inspections, determining compliance, and enforcing adherence of OSHA laws and regulations.
Knowledge of the operation of security camera systems
Knowledge of emergency preparedness and management.
Additional Requirements
This position also requires successful completion of the following:
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
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).
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.
