Careers at NDSC

NDSC Safety Consultant

The North Dakota Safety Council is seeking a full-time Safety Consultant with a passion to help reduce injuries and fatalities in all types of workplaces. This job is located in Bismarck. Qualified candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in occupational safety and a minimum of 1 year of experience in professional adult instruction. Additional experience with First Aid/ CPR, Industrial Hygiene, defensive driving, or any other workplace safety courses, including OSHA 10, will be beneficial. Requires some travel and some overnights for client training and consulting. This position will require a self-motivated individual who can excel at working independently. Competitive salary and benefits, flexible scheduling, and other incentives will be available. Salary and benefit package commensurate with experience and qualifications. Top candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening. References and a resume will be required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, organize and facilitate NDSC classroom or distance learning courses in multiple areas of occupational safety & health.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert to help develop new training offerings.
  • Collaborate and execute updates to current course materials/offerings.
  • Complete certifications and training as necessary to be qualified for NDSC courses of instruction.
  • Ensure quality of training is maintained at a high level by excellent preparation, using real-life examples gained through experience, and dynamic, interactive engagements with all participants.
  • Present at conferences and events as a representative of NDSC.
  • Travel to clients to facilitate courses and/or provide consulting.
  • Maintains favorable relationships with other professionals and leaders in the field of safety and health and represents NDSC professionally in those relationships.
  • Represents NDSC to its members and the public through business development calls as needed.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Comprehensive understanding of safety management, occupational health and hygiene, and pertinent regulatory agencies and requirements.
  • At least 5 years of experience in occupational safety and health.
  • Minimum 1-year experience with teaching and instructing adults.
  • Classroom management skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • OSHA Outreach Instructor preferred, but not required.
  • Overnight travel is required.
  • Must have a valid ND Driver’s License and be able to drive a company vehicle.
  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds and be able to load and unload necessary supplies into the Council’s vehicles.
  • Self-motivated.

Application Process:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience. Email resume and cover letter to Don Moseman, Training Director, at donm@ndsc.org. Successful candidates must complete a reference, drug, and background check.

What We’re About

We’re a non-profit training organization – helping others work, play and live safer lives. The North Dakota Safety Council is the largest safety organization in the state, serving the general public as well as more than 900 member companies in the industries of energy, manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, agriculture, transportation, healthcare and more. We have three offices: Bismarck (Main Safety Campus), Minot, and Fargo.

Our Core Values

LEADERSHIP: We lead by example and with integrity – checking our ego at the door and taking responsibility for our actions. We assume the best of each other and do the right thing, even when it’s difficult. We value teamwork, communication, and empowering our people.

PEOPLE: We are a family organization whose strength comes from our genuine, honest and reliable people. We are passionate about safety and willing to go the extra mile. We know how to have fun and value personal connections.

GROWTH: Our organization plans and builds for the long-term and invests in continuous improvement. We have the courage to change and take risks.

EXECUTION: At our core, we are a safety organization that provides memorable and engaging training. We take pride in our work and are an accurate and up-to-date resource.

Our Benefits

Work with the North Dakota Safety Council and enjoy all the usual benefits such as health insurance offerings, vision and dental, Aflac, life insurance and 7 paid holidays. Along with that, we offer flexible scheduling, great summer hours, staff get-togethers, professional development and team building exercises quarterly, extra earned days off, and the best co-workers around.

Environment

The pace is fast and the work is hard but the payoffs are oh so rewarding. You’ll never be bored and when you go home each night you’ll know you made a difference no matter what position you play on the team. We stay on top of technology upgrades, keep our new, modern facility sparkling clean, and provide comfortable spaces for our employees to work. You’ll love the view from our two decks – one of which overlooks the Missouri River.