Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) Safety Specialist

Compensation Grade:

S20

Salary Range:

$94,665.00-$137,265.00

Opening Date:

May 1, 2026

Closing Date:

May 16, 2026

Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) Safety Specialist

As an Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) Safety Specialist you will provide guidance and advice on safety-related matters, including safety training and compliance, to the Airports Authority and eligible parties to control the risk of loss.

Serves in the Risk Management Department of the Office of Human Resources and Administrative Services at the Headquarters Office or at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Provides safety management policy and technical guidance to Office of Engineering, Risk Management employees and contractors. This position is responsible for monitoring OCIP contractor enrollments, conducting job site inspections, incident, and accident investigations; ensuring all OCIP eligible contractors and their respective subcontractors working on Airports property have completed the OCIP enrollment process and have been approved to work on Airport property by the OCIP Administrator; assist in the enforcement of the OCIP Manual and Airports Authority Construction Safety Manual. Performs related functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides technical guidance as an Airports Authority's OCIP safety advisor.

Serves as an initial point of contact for construction incidents.

Researches, interprets, and enforces safety, occupational health, and fire protection regulations.

Prepares comprehensive safety reports and financial reports, tracking construction values and substantial completion dates.

Reviews and gives recommendations on safety plans, engineering plans, and design plans at 30%, 60%, 90% and 100%.

Conducts and coordinates inspections of facilities, construction sites, and property owned or operated by the Airports Authority to observe and report on conformance with safety regulations, directives, and guidelines.

Provides safety awareness training and schedules and conducts OCIP Risk Control classes.

Conducts and coordinates investigations of construction incidents or spill releases; summarizes and reports findings to the Risk Management Department and insurers as needed with recommendations for mitigation or to correct deficiencies and monitors for corrective actions to be completed.

Monitors and evaluates contractor safety practices to ensure work conforms to contract documents, industry standards, and practices.

Participates in regulatory inspections and insurance visits on Airport Authority construction sites.

Participate in safety candidate interviews for contractor’s safety representative positions to ensure compliance with the Airports Authority’s construction safety manual requirements.

Attends construction progress, incident review, preconstruction, and preproposal meetings and enters incident reports into the Risk Management Information system software.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Four years of experience working as a safety consultant or safety representative in the construction industry on CCIP or OCIP program projects An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge of and ability to apply Federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards and guides, to maintenance of traffic (MOT)activities.

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of “safety engineering” and safety management and ability to evaluate construction safety policies and procedures for large scale projects and to monitor and enforce compliance.

Knowledge of and ability to apply safety incident analysis and hazard identification, and control techniques to improve construction safety and reduce risk of accidents and insurance claims.

Ability to investigate and report on safety violations and accidents.

Ability to speak and write effectively.

Skill in using a computer and Microsoft Office software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, or a Certified Safety Management Certificate or equivalent.

Experience in aviation industry safety compliance programs.

Experience in maintenance of traffic (MOT) activities. (VDOT preferred) (VDOT Intermediate Traffic Control Certificate must be achieved during probationary period).

Completion of Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Intermediate Work Zone Supervisor training and certification.

EDUCATION

 Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A state driver’s license in good standing.

Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) within six months of hire, promotion, or placement in the job.

Completion of Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Intermediate Work Zone Supervisor training and certification within 90 days of hire, promotion, or placement in the job.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

May be subject to potential hazards common to the airport environment and construction industry. Wears personal protective gear, as necessary. Occasional nighttime work may be required.

WHAT WE OFFER

A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package here. 

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

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