Safety Specialist - NE (Streets & Roads)

Safety Specialist - NE (Streets & Roads) SALARY The minimum salary is $24.505 per hour This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable. Pay Grade 518 This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month, $0.52c/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) upon hire. FILING DEADLINE DATE The deadline to apply is Monday, March 16, 2026 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The purpose of this classification it to ensure a safe and healthy work environment through ongoing development and management of a safety program, conducting safety education and training, investigating accidents, and conducting safety inspections. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job Four (4) years of related experience Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Collaborates and coordinates the planning, implementation, and evaluation of new and existing safety and/or inspection programs Conducts inspections and enforces adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals Represents the division in public meetings and coordinates with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies on various projects, as needed Maintains records for CDL licenses, medical certificates, training, inspections, and claims Process property damage and worker s compensation claims Conducts CDL training in accordance with the National Registry of Training Providers (FMCSA) guidelines for Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Performs related work as assigned SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION All Certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate in order to qualify and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Must obtain a Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A with Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles within the first six (6) months of employment and must be maintained as a condition of employment. Must register as a Training Provider per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines within the first six (6) months of employment and registration must be maintained as a condition of employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16 Must be accessible for on-call duty and be able to work weekend and holidays as assigned during emergencies and winter weather events. CDL holders are subject to FMCSA query prior to qualification Please attach a current copy of your CDL license to this application HOW TO APPLY Submit LFUCG electronic application through  and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.  RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application.  Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted.  Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER CLOSING STATEMENT Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package.  Links to our most popular benefits are below: Health and wellness benefits:   Paid and unpaid time off benefits: #chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits Direct deposit is required of all employees. The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment. CONTACT INFORMATION For further information, call, e-mail, or visit: Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507 Phone: (859) 258-3030 Website:  E-mail:jobs@ recblid lesubvx2olhjse68x3b3u44j6jb6ka

Created: 2026-03-16