Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Procurement)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Bonneville Power Administration
• Department: Department of Energy
• Location: Vancouver, Washington
• Salary: $96443 – $125378/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-11
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-20

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Job Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Requirements & Education

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

Contact

jajones2@bpa.gov · 505-494-9368

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bonneville Power Administration, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $96443 – $125378/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-20.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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